Quick Cranberry Brie Crostini (Print Version)

Elegant crostini with Brie, cranberry sauce, and toasted baguette slices for easy entertaining.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 1 French baguette, sliced into 12 rounds (1/2 inch each)

→ Cheese

02 - 4 oz Brie cheese, rind removed if preferred, 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the baguette slices on the prepared baking sheet and toast for 4 to 5 minutes until lightly golden.
03 - Remove the toasted slices from the oven and top each with a slice of Brie cheese.
04 - Return the baking sheet to the oven and heat for 2 to 3 minutes until the Brie begins to melt.
05 - Spoon cranberry sauce over each crostini and sprinkle with chopped rosemary.
06 - Drizzle honey and scatter toasted nuts on top if desired.
07 - Garnish with additional rosemary and freshly cracked black pepper. Serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Festive and elegant appetizer
  • Perfect for entertaining or holiday gatherings
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 -
  • Toast baguette slices just until lightly golden to ensure crispness without dryness.
  • Use fresh rosemary for the best flavor and garnish.
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