Save A delightful appetizer featuring creamy Brie, sweet figs, crunchy walnuts, and a drizzle of honey atop crisp toasted baguette slices—a perfect blend of flavors and textures for entertaining.
I love serving these crostini at gatherings because they always impress guests with their lovely balance of sweet and savory.
Ingredients
- Bread: 1 French baguette, sliced into 12 (½-inch) rounds
- Cheese & Toppings: 120 g (4 oz) Brie cheese, sliced; 6 fresh figs, sliced (or 6 dried figs, chopped, if fresh unavailable); 45 g (⅓ cup) walnuts, roughly chopped; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves (optional); Pinch of flaky sea salt
- For Toasting: 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
- Toast Bread:
- Toast in the oven for 6 8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- Add Brie:
- Remove from the oven. Top each crostini with a slice of Brie. Return to the oven for 2 minutes, just until the cheese softens.
- Top with Figs and Walnuts:
- Arrange fig slices over the melted Brie. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts.
- Drizzle Honey and Season:
- Drizzle each crostini with honey and a pinch of flaky sea salt. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Save This recipe always brings my family together during the holidays. The combination of textures and flavors sparks joy in every bite.
Required Tools
Serrated bread knife, baking sheet, pastry brush, small knife
Allergen Information
Contains Gluten (bread), Milk (Brie), Tree nuts (walnuts). Double-check bread and cheese labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 130, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 14 g, Protein: 4 g per serving.
Save Enjoy these crostini as a delightful start to any meal or as a tasty party appetizer.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I substitute the Brie with another cheese?
Yes, goat cheese works well for a tangier flavor, maintaining a creamy texture that complements the figs and walnuts.
- → What type of bread is best for toasting?
A French baguette sliced into rounds is ideal for crisp, sturdy crostini that hold toppings without becoming soggy.
- → How do I toast the baguette slices evenly?
Brush both sides lightly with olive oil and toast in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F), flipping halfway until golden and crisp.
- → Are dried figs a good alternative to fresh figs?
Dried figs can be used if fresh are unavailable; chop them finely to distribute sweetness evenly across the crostini.
- → Can I prepare this appetizer ahead of time?
Yes, crostini can be toasted and assembled shortly before serving; toppings are best added fresh to preserve textures.