Caramelized Apple and Brie Crostini with Candied Pecans

Ingredients

• •1 baguette, thinly sliced
• •4 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and thinly sliced
• •2 Granny Smith apples, cored and thinly sliced
• •2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• •2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• •1/2 cup pecan halves
• •2 tablespoons maple syrup
• •1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• •Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish

Prep Steps

1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2In a small bowl, toss pecan halves with maple syrup and sea salt until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes minutes, or until toasted and caramelized. Let cool completely, then roughly chop.
3. 3Arrange baguette slices on a separate baking sheet. Lightly toast in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes minutes, until golden brown and crisp. Remove from oven.
4. 4In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Add sliced apples and brown sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes minutes, until apples are tender and caramelized.
5. 5Top each toasted baguette slice with a thin slice of Brie cheese and a spoonful of caramelized apples.
6. 6Return the crostini to the oven and bake for 3-5 minutes minutes, or until the Brie is melted and bubbly.
7. 7Garnish generously with the candied pecans and fresh thyme sprigs before serving immediately.