Description
Delightful Roasted Grape & Brie Crostini featuring sweet, bursting roasted grapes atop melted creamy brie on crispy baguette slices. Finished with a drizzle of honey, crunchy toasted walnuts, fresh rosemary, and a touch of Maldon sea salt for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. This elegant appetizer is ideal for entertaining or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Grapes
- 4 cups seedless red grapes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Maldon sea salt, for sprinkling
Baguette & Cheese
- 1 French baguette, cut diagonally into 1/2 inch slices
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces brie cheese, sliced (enough slices for crostini)
Toppings & Garnish
- 1–2 tablespoons honey, for drizzling
- ¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts
- 1 teaspoon fresh diced rosemary
- Maldon sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Roast the Grapes: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Spread the seedless red grapes on a nonstick baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle evenly with Maldon sea salt. Toss to coat all grapes well and roast in the oven for about 15 minutes, or until the grapes start to shrivel and look as if they might burst. Once done, remove from the oven and set aside to cool while keeping the oven temperature steady.
- Prepare Baguette Slices: Arrange the baguette slices on a separate baking sheet. Brush each slice generously with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. This will help them crisp nicely and add flavor.
- Melt the Brie Cheese: Place a slice of brie cheese on top of each baguette slice. Bake in the oven for 5 to 7 minutes, just until the cheese melts and begins to soften, creating a creamy topping for the crostini.
- Assemble the Crostini: Remove the crostini from the oven. Spoon the roasted grapes evenly over the melted brie on each slice. Drizzle honey over each crostini to add subtle sweetness that complements the fruit and cheese.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the crostini with chopped toasted walnuts and a pinch of Maldon sea salt to enhance texture and flavor. Finally, garnish with fresh diced rosemary for an herby aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately. This recipe makes approximately 20 to 24 crostini, perfect for sharing.
Notes
- Use seedless red grapes for the best texture and ease of eating.
- Adjust honey quantity to your taste for sweetness level.
- To toast walnuts, bake them in a dry skillet or oven until golden and fragrant.
- This appetizer is best served warm right after assembly for optimal texture and flavor.
- To save time, grapes can be roasted ahead and refrigerated; warm briefly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Keywords: roasted grapes, brie crostini, appetizer, honey drizzle, toasted walnuts, French baguette, party food, easy entertaining
