Treat yourself this scrumptious Fig and Brie Crostini! This yummy appetizer is quick and easy to prepare, and it has an absolutely irresistible sweet and savory flavor you're sure to love. The perfect snack for any party!
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Ginnie's Take
If there's one appetizer I return to again and again, it's crostini! These petite toasts feel impressive, yet they're so easy to make. I can't resist their wonderfully crunchy texture, the topping ideas are endless, and everyone loves them. These decadent Brie Crostini with Fig Jam, Toasted Walnuts, and Fresh Rosemary have a delicious taste that's the perfect blend of sweet, salty, and savory flavors. This recipe has quickly become a favorite, and I know you're going to love it, too!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Great Flavor + Texture - You won't be able to resist this snack's mouthwatering combination of sweet and savory flavors, or it's crispy-creamy texture!
- Super Easy - This tasty snack couldn't be easier to make! Just bake the crostini, then add the toppings (so simple). Plus, you only need a few ingredients!
- Perfect for Parties - Crostini is always a crowd pleaser, and if you make this elegant toast appetizer for your next party, it's guaranteed disappear fast! The recipe is festive enough for holidays, like Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, and Mother's Day, too.
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Ingredients
You need just a few ingredients to make this tasty appetizer:
- Brie - You'll need some brie cheese, of course! While any type of brie will work, firmer cheese will be easier to slice.
- Jam - Pick up a jar of fig preserves (or fig jam / spread). You'll spread it over the cheese.
- Nuts - Chopped walnuts add a wonferful texture (and toasty flavor) to this easy app.
- Rosemary - A sprinkle of fresh rosemary is the perfect finishing touch.
- Crostini - You'll make the Crostini from scratch (it's quite simple) using a baguette, extra virgin olive oil, and kosher salt.
This recipe is naturally vegetarian, and it's easy to make gluten free, too. Check out the Variations section below for tips!
You'll Also Need
You'll need a serrated knife to thinly slice to bread, a pastry brush to coat the sliced bread with oil, and a baking sheet to cook the crostini. Grab a sharp knife to chop the nuts and rosemary, a small frying pan to toast the nuts, and a small spatula (or bread knife) for spreading the jam.
How to Make Crostini with Brie Cheese and Fig Jam
This brie appetizer is super easy to make! You'll find a detailed recipe card below, but here's a quick overview of the steps:
- Make crostini. Start by thinly slicing the bread, then brush both sides with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Bake the slices until they are crisp throughout. Tip: If you slice the bread thin enough, there's no need to flip it as it bakes.
- Toast nuts. While the crostini cooks, toast the walnuts in a small frying pan. Tip: Make sure to watch the nuts closely as they cook, so they don't burn.
- Assemble crostini. To assemble the toasts, top each bread slice with a piece of brie, followed by the fig jam, and then the chopped walnuts. Finish by sprinkling each piece with fresh rosemary.
And that's all there is to it! Time to enjoy your delightful Brie Crostini.
Variations
Feel like experimenting with this Brie Fig Crostini? Here are a few ideas to try:
- Fruit - Replace the jam with sliced pears or apples, pomegranate arils, fresh or dried figs, dried cranberries, or even leftover Cranberry Sauce.
- Jam - Swap out the fig jam for other preserves, such as cherry jam, cranberry preserves, or orange marmalade.
- Nuts - Substitute pecans, almonds, or pistachios for the walnuts.
- Baked - For a warm appetizer, bake the crostini at 425°F (220°C) for five to eight minutes (or until warmed). Tip: I tested this recipe both baked and unbaked, and while the baked toasts tasted great, I preferred them unbaked. Try it both ways, then let me know your favorite!
- Crostini - This recipe uses a baguette, but you can make these mini toasts with other breads, such sourdough or focaccia, too. Just make sure to cut the bread into small pieces (just big enough for two bites), if needed.
- Gluten Free - Make the crostini with a GF baguette, and if you have an allergy, double check all other labels.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy this crostini as snack, or serve this lovely appetizer at your next party! It goes great with other apps, like these fancy-feeling Mini Cheese Tarts, stunning (but easy to make) Tarte du Soleil, always a favorite homemade Dill Dip, delightful Honey Glazed Halloumi, or crowd pleasing Olive Hummus. For a simple meal, pair this app with a simple salad, like this Easy Green Salad!
Storage
This Brie and Fig Jam Crostini is best when eaten shortly after it's assembled. To save time before a party, you can bake the crostini in advance, then store in airtight container at room temp (it's best when eaten within a few days, but will keep for up to two weeks). You can toast the nuts and slice the cheese ahead of time, too. Then assemble the appetizer right before serving.
Related Recipes
Looking for similar recipes? Try my Whipped Goat Cheese Crostini or my Blue Cheese Crostini next! You'll love these other ideas, too:
- If you're a bruschetta fan, then you need to try this yummy Tomato Basil Crostini!
- Treat yourself to this amazing Mushroom Crostini. It's impossible to resist.
- Searching for fall / winter flavors? Then this delish Butternut Squash Crostini is a must try.
- If you're an avocado toast lover, then this Avocado Crostini is for you!
- This Garlic Crostini recipe is an easy way to make the basic recipe even tastier.
Searching for more brie recipes? You'll love this simple (but unforgettable) Brie and Apple Sandwich, decadent Cranberry Brie Grilled Cheese, and party perfect Baked Brie!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Crostini are thin slices of bread (typically from a baguette) that have been brushed with olive oil, and baked until crisp. The crunchy toasts are served as an appetizer with different toppings, including as veggies, cheeses, dips, and more.
Crostini and bruschetta are similar types of Italian toast. However, crostini is usually made from a baguette that's been thinly sliced and brushed with olive oil, and baked until crisp. While bruschetta is typically made with rustic-style bread, that's been sliced a little thicker, then rubbed with garlic. Bruschetta is traditionally prepared on a grill, which gives the finished toasts a charred, slightly smokey flavor.
Crostini can be served hot, at room temperature, or cold (depending on the toppings). It's frequently eaten at room temperature, which makes it perfect for parties!
Crostini should be crunchy, however it's shouldn't be hard. If your crostini is so hard that it hurts your mouth, make your slices thinner (about ¼-inch thick is best), and / or choose a bread with a lighter texture.
Crostini, which are small slices of toasted bread, means "little toasts" in Italian. The singular form of crostini is crostino.
Yes, you can eat the rind on brie. The rind is edible (it's made with a type of mold that's safe to consume), and it has a unique flavor that's mild, but complements the creamy cheese. If you prefer not to eat the rind, slice it off as thinly as possible so you don't waste any cheese.
Brie Crostini
Ingredients
For Crostini:
- 1 baguette
- 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- kosher salt
For Topping:
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
- 8 ounces (227 grams) brie cheese
- 3 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon fig jam
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped
Instructions
Make Crostini:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Using serrated knife, cut 20 slices from the baguette (on an angle, ¼-inch thick). Save the remaining bread for another use.
- Place the slices on a large baking sheet in a single layer. Brush both sides with olive oil, then sprinkle one side lightly with salt.
- Bake for 5 to 10 minutes, or until crisp throughout and lightly golden (no need to flip). Set aside.
Prepare Toppings:
- While crostini bakes, place walnuts in a small frying pan over medium heat. Cook until lightly browned and toasty smelling, watching closely and stirring often to avoid burning. Remove from heat, then transfer to a small bowl or plate.
- Cut brie into 20 thin slices.
Assemble Crostini:
- Top each crostini with one brie slice, then spread ½ teaspoon fig jam over cheese.
- Divide nuts evenly between crostini, then top each crostini with a sprinkle of rosemary.
- Serve immediately. Enjoy!
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