Description
Cranberry Apple Brie Crostini is the ultimate holiday appetizer that perfectly balances creamy, tangy, and sweet flavors. This elegant dish features crispy toasted baguette slices topped with rich Brie cheese, tart cranberries, and crunchy apple slices. With just a 25-minute preparation time, it’s an easy yet impressive addition to any festive gathering. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these crostini are sure to delight your guests with their vibrant presentation and mouthwatering taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz Brie cheese, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 apple, thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush each slice with olive oil. Toast for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook cranberries for 3-4 minutes until they burst. Stir in honey or maple syrup and cook until slightly syrupy.
- Place a piece of Brie on each crostini and return to the oven for 3-4 minutes until Brie melts.
- Top with apple slices and cranberry mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg