Description
These Roasted Grape & Brie Crostini with Honey and Sea Salt feature sweet, roasted grapes paired with creamy brie on toasted baguette slices, drizzled with honey and sprinkled with crunchy toasted walnuts and fresh rosemary. This elegant appetizer balances sweet and savory flavors, perfect for holidays, parties, brunches, or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Grapes
- 4 cups seedless red grapes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Maldon sea salt, for sprinkling
Bread & Cheese
- 1 French baguette, cut diagonally into 1/2 inch slices (about 20-24 slices)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces brie cheese, sliced
Toppings & Garnish
- 1-2 tablespoons honey, for drizzling
- Maldon sea salt, for sprinkling
- ¼ cup chopped toasted walnuts
- 1 teaspoon fresh diced rosemary
Instructions
- Roast the Grapes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the seedless red grapes on a nonstick baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Toss gently to coat the grapes evenly. Roast in the oven for about 15 minutes, until the grapes begin to burst and shrivel slightly. Remove from oven and set aside to cool while keeping the oven temperature steady.
- Prepare the Crostini: Arrange the baguette slices on a separate baking sheet. Brush each slice with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Layer each slice with a piece of brie cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the brie has melted and the bread is crispy.
- Assemble the Crostini: Remove the baguette slices from the oven. Spoon the roasted grapes evenly over the melted brie on each crostini. Drizzle honey generously over the top, then sprinkle with chopped toasted walnuts and a pinch of sea salt. Finish by garnishing each crostini with freshly diced rosemary for a burst of flavor.
- Serve: Arrange the crostini on a serving platter and enjoy immediately. This recipe yields approximately 20-24 crostini, perfect for a party or gathering.
Notes
- The recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger groups or parties.
- To customize, try substituting different nuts such as pecans or almonds for the walnuts.
- Use fresh rosemary rather than dried for the best aromatic flavor.
- For a less sweet version, reduce the honey drizzle or omit it entirely.
- Make sure to keep an eye on the grapes while roasting to avoid overcooking and drying them out.
