Description
A delicious and elegant appetizer combining sweet figs, creamy Brie cheese, and a crisp crostini base. Perfect for entertaining or as a snack with a glass of wine!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
- 8 oz Brie cheese, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh figs, sliced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
- Fresh thyme or rosemary, for garnish
- Olive oil, for brushing the crostini
Instructions
- Prepare the Crostini:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush each slice lightly with olive oil.
- Toast the crostini in the oven for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Assemble the Crostini:
- Once the crostini are ready, place a slice of Brie cheese on each piece.
- Top with a slice of fresh fig and drizzle with honey. If desired, add a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a tangy finish.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary leaves for an extra touch of flavor.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- If fresh figs aren’t available, you can substitute with dried figs, though the texture and flavor will be slightly different.
- You can experiment with different types of cheese like goat cheese or ricotta if you prefer.
- For added crunch, sprinkle chopped nuts, like walnuts or pistachios, on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 crostini
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg