Pear and Brie Crostini
Indulge in the delightful experience of Pear and Brie Crostini, a sophisticated appetizer that beautifully marries creamy brie with sweet, ripe pears. This elegant dish is perfect for any occasion—be it a casual gathering or a formal dinner party. In just 20 minutes, you can create visually stunning and mouthwatering bites that will have your guests coming back for more. The addition of fresh herbs and a drizzle of tangy balsamic reduction elevates the flavor profile, making these crostini a must-try for any cheese lover.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 crostini 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic (crushed)
- 10 ounces brie cheese
- 1 Anjou pear
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme (chopped)
- 2–3 tablespoons balsamic reduction
Instructions
- Preheat your oven's broiler.
- Slice the baguette diagonally into ½ inch pieces.
- Combine olive oil and crushed garlic in a bowl.
- Brush both sides of each baguette slice with the garlic-infused oil and place on a baking sheet.
- Toast under the broiler for about 4 minutes total, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Add slices of brie to each toasted piece and broil for an additional 2 minutes until melted.
- Top each slice with pear slices and sprinkle with herbs before returning to the oven just until fragrant.
- Drizzle with balsamic reduction before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini (25g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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