Name: Easy and Quick Holiday Brie Crostini Appetizers
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz brie cheese, sliced; 1 baguette, sliced into 16 pieces; 1/4 cup fig jam, apricot jam, or cranberry sauce; 1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or pistachios); 2 tbsp honey; Fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish

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These quick holiday brie crostini are one of my favorite last-minute appetizers to serve during the festive season. I love how the creamy, melted brie pairs with the sweetness of seasonal jams and the crunch of toasted nuts, all perched on crisp baguette slices. They’re the perfect balance of flavors and textures, and they disappear fast at any gathering.

Easy and Quick Holiday Brie Crostini Appetizers

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I like that this appetizer comes together in just minutes. It only takes about 5 minutes to prep and another 5 minutes to bake, which means I can have a holiday-worthy snack on the table almost instantly. I enjoy mixing and matching the toppings—fig jam with walnuts, apricot jam with pecans, cranberry sauce with pistachios—so every bite is a little different. This recipe also scales easily, so I can make a small plate for an intimate get-together or double up for a big crowd.

Ingredients

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brie cheese
baguette
seasonal jams such as fig, apricot, or cranberry sauce
nuts such as walnuts, pecans, or pistachios
honey for drizzling
fresh rosemary for garnish

Directions

I preheat the oven to a low broil.
I place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and top each with a slice of brie cheese.
I broil them on the lower rack until the brie melts and the bread edges turn just golden, about 3–5 minutes.
I remove them from the oven, top each with a dollop of jam, and sprinkle the matching nut topping. Then I arrange them on a serving tray, drizzle with honey, and finish with fresh rosemary.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes about 16 crostini and takes roughly 10 minutes from start to finish—5 minutes for prep and 5 minutes for baking. It’s perfect when I need a quick but impressive appetizer.

Variations

I like playing with other jam and nut pairings for variety. Blueberry jam with walnuts brings a rich sweetness, while strawberry jam with almonds adds a fruity, nutty crunch. Raspberry jam with pecans is another favorite. I can even use cranberry chutney or a homemade cranberry compote for an extra festive touch.

storage/reheating

I prefer to enjoy these crostini fresh, right after making them. If I ever need to hold them briefly before serving, I keep them at room temperature for up to 30 minutes and pop them back in a warm oven for a couple of minutes to refresh the texture. I don’t refrigerate them, as the bread softens and the cheese loses its silky texture.

FAQs

Can I make these brie crostini ahead of time?

I prepare the bread and brie in advance, then broil them just before serving. The toppings go on at the very end so everything stays fresh.

Can I make them gluten-free?

Yes, I simply swap in a gluten-free baguette and make sure the jams and nuts I use are gluten-free.

What jams work best besides the ones listed?

I’ve had great results with blueberry, strawberry, raspberry, and even peach jam paired with complementary nuts.

How do I keep the bread from getting too hard?

If I want a softer texture inside, I don’t pre-toast the bread before adding the brie. Broiling once is enough for a crispy edge with a soft center.

Can I make them without nuts?

Absolutely. I sometimes skip the nuts entirely and just use jam, honey, and herbs for a nut-free option.

Conclusion

These quick holiday brie crostini have become one of my go-to appetizers because they’re fast, flexible, and always a hit. I love how easily I can tailor the flavors to the season or to my guests’ tastes, and how they look like I spent far more time making them than I actually did. They’re proof that a little creativity—and a good wheel of brie—goes a long way in holiday entertaining.