Cranberry Crostini

A simple and elegant appetizer with creamy Brie, crisp apple slices, sweet-tart cranberry, and fresh rosemary. Perfect for parties, holidays, or charcuterie boards.

Yield: 20
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 3-5 minutes
Special Equipment: Baking Sheet

Ingredients

• 1 baguette, sliced into ½-inch rounds

• 8 oz Brie cheese, sliced

• 2 apples, thinly sliced (Honeycrisp or Gala)

• ¾ cup cranberry jam or cranberry jelly

• Fresh rosemary (whole leaves or finely chopped)

• Optional: bacon bits or chopped pecans

Directions

1. Place baguette slices on a baking sheet and toast at 400°F for 3–5 minutes until lightly crisp (optional).

2. Add one slice of Brie to each toasted round; return to oven 1–2 minutes if you want it warm and softened.

3. Top with 1–2 apple slices per crostini. Add a small spoonful of cranberry jam/jelly over the apple.

4. Garnish lightly with rosemary, and add bacon bits or pecans if using.

5. Serve immediately while the bread is crisp and the Brie is soft.