Description
This Pomegranate Brie Crostini Appetizer is a delightful combination of crispy toasted baguette slices topped with creamy melted Brie cheese, juicy pomegranate arils, a drizzle of honey, and a sprinkle of fresh thyme. Perfect for holiday gatherings or elegant entertaining, these bite-sized treats offer a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and tart flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds (about 20–24 pieces)
Cheese
- 8 ounces Brie cheese, sliced into small pieces
Toppings
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Others
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat and Toast Baguette: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the baguette slices evenly on a baking sheet. Using a pastry brush, lightly coat each slice with olive oil to encourage crispness and browning. Toast the slices in the oven for 6–8 minutes until they turn golden and become crisp to the touch.
- Add Brie Cheese: Remove the toasted baguette slices from the oven carefully. Place a small slice of Brie cheese on each crostini. Return them to the oven for an additional 2–3 minutes, just enough for the Brie to start melting but not completely lose its shape.
- Top with Pomegranate and Honey: Once out of the oven, gently spoon pomegranate arils over each Brie-topped crostini. Drizzle each one with honey for a sweet contrast, then optionally sprinkle fresh thyme leaves and a tiny pinch of sea salt to elevate the flavors. Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, melty Brie and the fresh, juicy pomegranate.
Notes
- To save time, toast the crostini slices in advance and reheat briefly before assembling the toppings.
- For a different flavor profile, substitute honey with fig jam or a balsamic glaze.
- This appetizer is best served fresh but can be prepped ahead by assembling just before serving.
- If fresh thyme is not available, other herbs like rosemary or basil can be used as alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
