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Apple Brie Crostini with Spicy Hot Honey

Apple Brie Crostini with Spicy Hot Honey
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Apple Brie Crostini with Spicy Hot Honey is an elegant and irresistible appetizer featuring toasted baguette slices topped with creamy Brie, crisp apple slices, and a generous drizzle of sweet yet spicy honey. It’s quick to prepare, offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, and impresses guests at any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 fresh baguette, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 3–4 crisp apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), cored and thinly sliced (⅛-inch thick)
  • 8 oz Brie cheese, sliced into generous portions
  • ¼ cup spicy hot honey (honey infused with chili peppers)

Optional Ingredients

  • Fresh thyme or rosemary leaves, for garnish
  • Crushed walnuts or pecans, for garnish
  • Olive oil, for brushing bread slices
  • For vegan option: plant-based cheese alternative and maple syrup mixed with red pepper flakes instead of honey
  • Optional protein: thin prosciutto or smoked turkey slices

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baguette Slices: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the baguette into ¼-inch thick rounds. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet, brush lightly with olive oil, and toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden and crisp.
  2. Slice the Apples: While the baguette is toasting, wash and core the apples. Cut them into thin, even slices about ⅛-inch thick to maintain a perfect crunch and ideal layering on the crostini.
  3. Assemble the Crostini: Once toasted and slightly cooled, place a generous slice of Brie on each baguette round. Top the Brie with two or three apple slices, arranging them attractively.
  4. Drizzle Spicy Hot Honey: Generously drizzle spicy hot honey over each assembled crostini, adding a balanced sweet heat that enhances the flavors.
  5. Optional Garnishes: Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves or chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans on top for extra aroma, color, and texture before serving.

Notes

  • Pick firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith to maintain crispness beneath the Brie.
  • Allow Brie to reach room temperature (about 30 minutes) before assembling for maximum creaminess.
  • Use high-quality spicy hot honey to balance sweetness with a subtle kick.
  • Keep an eye on bread while toasting to prevent burning; flip halfway for even crispiness.
  • Serve immediately after assembling to preserve texture and flavor.
  • Store leftover components separately to maintain freshness: toasted bread in an airtight container, Brie and apple slices wrapped and refrigerated.
  • Freeze toasted baguette slices up to 2 months; re-toast before assembly.
  • Reheat crostini in a low oven (300°F/150°C) for about 5 minutes to warm Brie without sogginess.

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