Description
Brie & Fig Christmas Crostini is a festive delight that marries creamy Brie cheese with sweet fig jam on toasted baguette slices. Topped with fresh thyme and optional nuts, this appetizer not only captivates the palate but also dazzles the eyes, making it perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire. With its blend of warm, rich flavors and crunchy textures, this dish promises to be a showstopper at your next celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette (fresh)
- 8 oz creamy Brie cheese
- 1/2 cup fig jam
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch pieces and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Toast the bread in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Spread a generous layer of Brie cheese on each toasted slice and top with a dollop of fig jam.
- Sprinkle fresh thyme and chopped nuts over each crostini.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg