Name: Cranberry Brie Crostini
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces brie cheese (rind removed and softened); ⅓ cup cranberries (dried, chopped); ¼ teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste); ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 ounces French baguette (cut into ¼ inch thick slices (9 to 12 slices))

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Our cranberry brie crostini recipe features creamy brie cheese combined with tart dried cranberries served on a toasted baguette.

Kim and I were craving a small bite to eat the other day. So, we gathered a few holiday ingredients and made a real treat. While these might not be cranberry brie bites, they’re close enough in our book. Besides, I feel these crostini look at lot better than an unidentifiable cheese glob sitting in a puff pastry cup.

Now, you might feel otherwise and you’re free to do so. But, I would like to offer this thought. Melted, cold cheese is not the most appealing texture to put in your mouth. But, I digress.

Looking for another appetizer or snack idea? Then check out our caramelized onion and goat cheese tart, Christmas Charcuterie Board or date balls.

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How to make a cranberry brie crostini:

First, remove the brie from your fridge and cut away the rind. Let it soften at room temperature.

Next, slice and toast 10-12 pieces of the baguette in a 350°F oven for 4-6 minutes.

Softened brie, cranberries, and other ingredients in a mixing bowl.

Then, place the cheese in a large mixing bowl. Afterward, add in the dried cranberries, sea salt, and ground black pepper.

Stir everything together. After that, spread 1-2 tablespoons of the cranberry brie cheese across each baguette.

The cheese and berries combined on the bowl.

Last, serve the cranberry bites on a large platter with cocktails or wine of your choice.

That’s it, your cranberry brie crostini are done! Kim and I hope you enjoy it and wish you all the best 🙂

Recipe Tips:

For a more tart and savory version, use cranberries with no-added sugar.
Now, if you would like to try a warm cranberry brie bite. Simply, heat the assembled crostini in the oven before serving. However, you may want to reduce the amount of cheese on each one to avoid a gooey mess.
Personally, I recommend only preparing a few crostini at a time. That way, leftovers can be stored separately.

The finished appetizer garnished with fresh thyme.

Cranberry Brie Crostini

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: Servings

Calories: 98kcal

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Equipment

Ingredients

8 ounces brie cheese rind removed and softened
⅓ cup cranberries dried, chopped
¼ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 ounces French baguette cut into ¼ inch thick slices (9 to 12 slices)

Instructions

Lightly toast the slices of bread if desired, then set aside.
Place the brie, cranberries, salt, and pepper into a small bowl and stir to combine.
8 ounces brie cheese
⅓ cup cranberries
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Spread 1 – 2 tablespoons of the brie mixture over each slice of bread. The amount will vary depending on the size of the bread slice. Serve immediately.
4 ounces French baguette
Leftovers may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. However, the bread will soften, and liquid will begin to form around the cranberries.

Notes

*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 2 cranberry brie bites. Actual calories will vary.

*For more information and tips, please refer to the post.

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