Festive Cranberry Brie and Pecan Crostini

These festive bites perfectly balance the creamy, melted richness of baked Brie with the tart sweetness of homemade cranberry relish. Topped with toasted pecans and fresh thyme, this crostini offers a delightful textural contrast and a warm, inviting flavor profile that is ideal for any winter gathering.

Cheese & Dairy

Ingredients

French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
tablespoons olive oil
oz wheel of Brie cheese, rind removed and cut into small pieces
1/4 cup whole cranberry sauce or relish
tablespoons chopped pecans, lightly toasted
teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Pinch of sea salt and black pepper

Method

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil and arrange them on a baking sheet.
Toast the crostini for 5 minutes
minutes until lightly golden and crisp, then remove from the oven.
Top each toasted slice with a piece of Brie cheese and return the baking sheet to the oven for 2 minutes
minutes, or until the Brie is soft and just beginning to melt.
Carefully remove the crostini and immediately top each with a small dollop of cranberry sauce, a sprinkle of toasted pecans, and a few fresh thyme leaves.
Season lightly with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper before serving warm.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

A crisp, slightly sweet white wine like a German Riesling or a dry sparkling wine such as Prosecco will beautifully complement the creamy cheese and tart cranberry flavors. To ensure the pecans are extra flavorful, toast them in a dry pan over medium heat for a few minutes until fragrant before chopping.

From the Tini Crostini Collection