Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Arrange the oven racks so they are evenly spaced, with one rack in the lower third and the other in the upper third of the oven.

Prepare the Crostini: Slice the baguette into 1-1.5 inch slices, ensuring they are even in thickness. Mix olive oil with a pinch of salt and lightly brush over both sides of the baguette slices. Arrange them in a single layer on a large sheet pan.

Prepare the Berries: Quarter the strawberries or cut them into even smaller pieces if they are larger. Place the strawberries and blueberries on another large sheet pan. Drizzle with pure maple syrup, add vanilla extract, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Toss everything together with your hands to evenly coat the berries, then spread them out in a single layer.

Roast: Place both sheet pans in the oven, with the bread on the lower rack. Roast for about 10-13 minutes, or until the bread reaches your desired level of toastiness. Check the bottom side of the bread as it will crisp up first even if the top doesn’t appear toasted. Remove from the oven once done.

Assemble the Crostini: Once the bread is cool enough to handle, spread about 1 tablespoon of goat cheese (or more if desired) on each slice. Spoon the roasted berries on top, ensuring you include both strawberries and blueberries. Top with thinly sliced fresh mint or basil and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve and enjoy!