Quick Cranberry Brie Crostini (Printer View)

Creamy Brie and tangy cranberry atop toasted baguette slices make a simple, festive starter.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 1 French baguette, sliced into 12 rounds of 1/2 inch thickness

→ Cheese

02 - 4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed if desired, sliced

→ Topping

03 - 1/2 cup cranberry sauce, homemade or store-bought
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
06 - 1 tablespoon chopped toasted pecans or walnuts (optional)

→ For Serving

07 - Freshly cracked black pepper (optional)

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange the baguette slices on the baking sheet and toast for 4 to 5 minutes until lightly golden.
03 - Remove the baguette slices from the oven and place a slice of Brie cheese on each piece.
04 - Return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes until the Brie begins to melt.
05 - Spoon cranberry sauce onto each crostini and sprinkle with chopped rosemary.
06 - Optionally drizzle honey and sprinkle nuts on top; garnish with extra rosemary and freshly cracked black pepper as desired.
07 - Serve the crostini warm for best flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy and tangy flavor combination
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Substitute cranberry sauce with fig or cherry preserves for a twist
  • Add a thin slice of prosciutto beneath the Brie for a savory, non-vegetarian option
03 -
  • Use fresh rosemary for the best flavor
  • Toast baguette slices just until golden to keep them crisp
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