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Cranberry Brie Toast Appetizers

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These Cranberry Brie Toast Appetizers are an elegant and easy-to-make party snack featuring toasted baguette rounds topped with creamy brie, sweet-tart cranberry sauce, a drizzle of honey, and fresh thyme. Perfect for holiday entertaining or any special occasion, they deliver a delightful balance of flavors and textures in every bite.

Ingredients

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Baguette and Toppings

  • 1 baguette, sliced into ½-inch rounds
  • 6 oz brie cheese, sliced
  • ½ cup cranberry sauce (whole berry preferred)
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme (optional)

For Toasting

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the bread slices: Brush each baguette slice lightly with olive oil on both sides to ensure even toasting and a crisp texture.
  2. Toast the baguette slices: Place the oiled slices on a baking sheet and toast them in a preheated oven at 400°F (204°C) for 6–7 minutes or until they turn golden and slightly crispy.
  3. Add the brie cheese: Top each toasted baguette round with a slice of brie cheese.
  4. Warm the cheese: Return the baguette slices with brie to the oven for an additional 2 minutes to soften the cheese slightly, making it creamy but not melted into the bread.
  5. Add cranberry sauce: Spoon a generous amount of whole berry cranberry sauce on top of each brie-topped toast to provide a sweet and tart contrast.
  6. Drizzle with honey: Lightly drizzle honey over the cranberry sauce for added sweetness and depth of flavor.
  7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped thyme leaves over each appetizer, if using, and serve immediately while warm for the best taste experience.

Notes

  • Use whole berry cranberry sauce for the best texture and flavor contrast.
  • Optionally omit thyme if you prefer a simpler flavor profile or substitute with fresh rosemary for a different herbaceous note.
  • Serve these appetizers warm to enjoy the creamy texture of melted brie combined with the crispiness of toasted baguette.
  • Can be prepped ahead by toasting bread slices and slicing brie; just assemble and warm before serving.

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