Brie, Apple, and Honey Crostini
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4.6
Brie, Apple, and Honey Crostini
Description
The Brie, Apple, and Honey Crostini combines soft, melted Brie cheese atop crunchy toasted baguette slices smeared with apple butter. The apple slices, tossed in fresh lemon juice, help maintain their crispness and contribute a fresh, tart component. Candied pecans add crunch and sweetness, which is finished with a drizzle of honey to harmonize all the flavors. Baking briefly at 375°F allows the cheese to melt gently without drying out the bread. These crostini offer a blend of creamy, crisp, and crunchy textures with sweet and savory notes.
Ideal as a simple appetizer or light snack, they can be served at brunches, parties, or casual gatherings. The crostini's balance of sweetness and richness pairs nicely with both white and sparkling wines or as a complement to a green salad. Preparing the apple slices just before serving preserves their freshness and texture, enhancing the overall experience.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette cut into 1/2 inch slices
- 1 apple butter Private Selection, jar
- 6 ounces Brie cheese I use Murray's brie
- 2 apple large
- lemon juice fresh, squeeze of
- 1/2 cup pecans chopped, candied
- honey for drizzling over crostini
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. P
- Spread apple butter on one side of the baguette slices, about 1-2 teaspoons per slice. Place the baguette slices on a large baking sheet.
- Slice brie into thin slices and place on top of each crostini. Place baking sheet in the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes or until brie is melted.
- While the crostini is in the oven, cut the apples into thin slices, removing the core. Squeeze lemon juice over the apple slices to keep them from browning.
- Remove the crostini from the oven and top with apple slices. Sprinkle candied pecans evenly over the crostini and drizzle with honey. Serve immediately.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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