Cranberry and Brie Crostini
Crispy toasted baguette slices topped with creamy brie and sweet-tart cranberry sauce—this crostini is elegant, festive, and effortless. Doubling the servings makes it perfect for a crowd, and with a few tasty twists, it becomes an appetizer that truly shines on any holiday table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 (2–3 crostini each) 1x
Ingredients
2 baguettes, sliced into 24–30 rounds
16 oz brie cheese, sliced into thin pieces
2 cups cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (twist: drizzle for sweetness)
1 tsp orange zest (twist: adds brightness to the cranberry topping)
¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted (optional, for crunch)
Fresh thyme or rosemary, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil. Toast 7–8 minutes until golden.
Top each toasted slice with a piece of brie. Return to oven for 2–3 minutes, just until the cheese begins to soften.
In a small bowl, stir cranberry sauce with orange zest. Spoon a small dollop onto each crostini.
Drizzle lightly with honey or maple syrup, then sprinkle with toasted nuts if desired.
Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Protein: 4g
Find it online: https://thecomfortspoon.com/cranberry-and-brie-crostini/