Christmas Crostini with Brie and Cranberry
Delightful crostini topped with creamy brie and tart cranberry sauce, perfect for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Crostini
- 1 French baguette 1 French baguette, sliced Fresh baguette provides the perfect crispy base.
- 8 ounces 8 ounces brie cheese Choose a good quality brie for the best flavor.
- 1 cup 1 cup cranberry sauce Use homemade or store-bought; both work wonderfully.
- fresh Fresh rosemary for garnish Adds a beautiful touch and aromatic flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Make sure your baguette is sliced evenly. Prepping ingredients ahead helps streamline the cooking process.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures that your crostini will bake evenly, making the cheese melt perfectly.
- On a baking sheet, arrange your baguette slices in a single layer. This allows for even heat distribution and makes sure every piece gets crispy.
- Place a slice of brie cheese on each baguette slice. Don't be shy with the cheese—it’s one of the stars of this dish!
- Pop the baking sheet into your preheated oven. Bake for about 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Once they’re out of the oven, carefully add a spoonful of cranberry sauce on top of each melted brie slice.
- To finish, garnish each crostini with a sprig of fresh rosemary.
- These crostini are best enjoyed warm. Serve them immediately to your guests.
Notes
Feel free to customize these crostini with additional toppings like nuts or honey. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.