Save A festive and elegant appetizer featuring creamy Brie, tangy cranberry sauce, and crispy toasted baguette slices—perfect for entertaining or holiday gatherings.
This appetizer always impresses my guests during the holiday season with its combination of creamy and tart flavors.
Ingredients
- Bread: 1 French baguette, sliced into 12 (1/2-inch) rounds
- Cheese: 120 g (4 oz) Brie cheese, rind removed if desired, sliced
- Topping: 120 g (1/2 cup) cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Topping: 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
- Topping: 1 tbsp honey (optional)
- Topping: 1 tbsp chopped toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)
- For Serving: Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the baguette slices on the baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 4 5 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Step 3:
- Remove from the oven and place a slice of Brie on each toasted baguette round.
- Step 4:
- Return to the oven for 2 3 minutes, just until the Brie starts to melt.
- Step 5:
- Top each crostini with a spoonful of cranberry sauce and a sprinkle of chopped rosemary.
- Step 6:
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with nuts, if using.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with extra rosemary and a crack of black pepper, if desired. Serve warm.
Save My family enjoys gathering around the table to share these crostini as a festive appetizer that everyone loves.
Notes
Pair with a chilled glass of sparkling wine or a light Pinot Noir for the perfect holiday experience.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, sharp knife, parchment paper, small spoon
Allergen Information
Contains Dairy (Brie cheese), Gluten (baguette), Tree nuts (if using pecans or walnuts). Always check product labels for potential allergens.
Save These crostini are a perfect balance of flavors and textures that can be prepared in under 20 minutes.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use other preserves instead of cranberry sauce?
Yes, fig or cherry preserves work well as tasty alternatives, adding a different fruity note to the crostini.
- → How do I toast the baguette slices evenly?
Arrange slices in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and toast in a 200°C (400°F) oven for 4-5 minutes until lightly golden.
- → Is it necessary to remove the rind from Brie?
The rind is edible and adds texture, but you can remove it if you prefer a milder, softer bite.
- → What nuts are suitable to add?
Toasted pecans or walnuts provide a nice crunch and complement the creamy Brie and sweet-tart cranberry topping.
- → How long should Brie be melted on crostini?
Return the topped baguette slices to the oven for 2-3 minutes, just until the Brie begins to soften and melt slightly.