Description
This Cranberry Brie Crostini recipe offers a delightful blend of creamy melted Brie on crisp baguette slices topped with a tangy, sweet cranberry chutney and crunchy pecans. Perfect as an elegant appetizer for holiday gatherings or cozy entertaining, these crostinis balance rich cheese with bright cranberry flavors and warm spices.
Ingredients
Scale
Crostini:
- 1 baguette (approx. 12 oz.)
- 5–6 oz. Brie
- 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 (added when serving)
Optional Garnishes:
- Rosemary sprig
- Extra orange zest
Instructions
- Make 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 well and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until the cranberries start to pop. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and transfer the chutney to a bowl. Chill in the refrigerator until cool. This chutney can be made 1-2 days ahead for convenience.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the crostini.
- Prepare the Baguette Slices: Slice the baguette diagonally into pieces about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick, discarding the ends. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush each slice evenly with olive oil to ensure they toast nicely.
- Add Brie to Crostini: Place slices of Brie cheese on top of each baguette slice, ensuring an even coverage for melting.
- Bake the Crostini: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the Brie is melted and bubbly. Carefully remove the crostini from the oven.
- Assemble and Garnish: Spoon a generous amount of the chilled cranberry chutney over each melted Brie crostini. Sprinkle with chopped pecans, additional orange zest, and garnish with a rosemary sprig if desired to add aroma and festive flair.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the crostini warm right after assembling for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- Nutritional information is an estimate and can vary depending on ingredient brands and measurements used.
- The chutney can be prepared 1-2 days in advance to allow flavors to develop and save time on serving day.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon according to your taste preference for warmth and spice.
- For a nut-free version, omit the chopped pecans or substitute with seeds.
- Use a sharp knife when slicing the baguette to maintain clean edges for presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
