Description
A festive and irresistible appetizer featuring creamy brie, tart cranberries, and crunchy walnuts on a crisp crostini. Perfect for holiday gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 8 oz (225 g) brie cheese, sliced
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp honey (optional, for drizzling)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Olive oil, for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the crostini: Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet. Lightly brush each slice with olive oil and toast in the oven for 6–8 minutes, until golden and crisp.
- Layer the toppings: Place a slice of brie on each toasted baguette slice. Return to the oven for 3–4 minutes, until the brie melts slightly.
- Add cranberries: Spoon a dollop of cranberry sauce over the melted brie.
- Finish with walnuts: Sprinkle toasted walnuts on top. Optionally, drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh thyme leaves for added flavor and a festive touch.
- Serve immediately: Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy while warm!
Notes
- To save time, use store-bought cranberry sauce or make it ahead.
- Substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for a nutty variation.
- Pair with a sparkling drink or mulled wine for the ultimate holiday experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Festive/Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg