Cranberry Apple Brie Crostini: The Ultimate Holiday Appetizer
Cranberry Apple Brie Crostini: The Ultimate Holiday Appetizer is a delightful blend of creamy cheese, tart cranberries, and sweet apples that will elevate your holiday gatherings. Perfect for entertaining, these bite-sized treats come together in just 25 minutes, allowing you to impress guests with minimal effort. The combination of flavors creates a festive balance that appeals to all palates, making it a go-to choice for any occasion. Serve these elegant crostini warm for the best experience, and watch them disappear from the platter!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices
- 8 oz Brie cheese, cut into small pieces or wedges
- 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 apple, thinly sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Toast for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, cook cranberries for 3-4 minutes until they burst. Add honey or maple syrup if desired and cook until slightly syrupy.
- Remove toasted baguette from the oven and place Brie on each slice. Return to the oven for about 3-4 minutes until Brie melts.
- Top each crostini with apple slices and cranberry mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg