Description
Delight your guests with this Cranberry Brie Crostini recipe, featuring creamy Brie melted atop crispy baguette slices, topped with a tangy and sweet cranberry chutney studded with pecans and fresh orange zest. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or festive snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Crostini
- 1 baguette (approx. 12 oz.)
- 5-6 oz. Brie cheese
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
Cranberry Chutney
- 1/2 cup cranberry juice cocktail
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 (12 oz.) package fresh cranberries
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 small apple, diced
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- Zest of one orange
- Dash of cinnamon (more to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
Optional Garnishes
- Rosemary sprig
- Extra orange zest
Instructions
- Prepare the chutney: In a saucepan, combine cranberry juice cocktail, apple cider vinegar, fresh cranberries, brown sugar, diced apple, golden raisins, orange zest, and cinnamon. Stir together and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the cranberries begin to pop. Reduce heat to low and simmer for approximately 15 minutes or until the chutney thickens. Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl, and chill until cooled. Add chopped pecans just before serving to maintain their crunch. The chutney can be made 1-2 days in advance for convenience.
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the crostini.
- Prepare the baguette slices: Slice the baguette diagonally into pieces about 1/2 inch to 3/4 inch thick, discarding the ends. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each slice evenly with olive oil to enhance crispiness and flavor during baking.
- Add the Brie: Place slices of Brie cheese atop each baguette piece, ensuring even coverage for a deliciously melted topping.
- Bake the crostini: Bake in the preheated oven for about 5-7 minutes or until the Brie has melted and starts to soften. Remove from the oven carefully.
- Top and serve: Spoon a generous amount of chilled cranberry chutney onto each Brie-topped crostini. Sprinkle with chopped pecans, additional orange zest, and add a rosemary sprig for an optional aromatic garnish. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm melted cheese with the cool, flavorful chutney.
Notes
- Nutritional information is an estimate and will vary based on the specific ingredients and brands used.
- The cranberry chutney can be prepared 1-2 days ahead and refrigerated to save time on serving day.
- Add chopped pecans just before serving to keep their texture crunchy.
- Adjust cinnamon quantity based on your preference for spice level.
- Use a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
