Brie and Fig Crostini Recipe

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This fig crostini recipe is a quick brie cheese appetizer that is easy to make for any size crowd. Toasted baguette slices are topped with honey caramelized figs, prosciutto, and fresh arugula for the perfect combination of flavors.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Appetizer, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Servings: people

Calories: 188kcal

Author: The Carefree Kitchen

Ingredients

Caramelized Figs

2 tablespoons honey
1 4-inch sprig thyme
3 large fresh figs
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract

Crostini Toppings

1 small baguette bread sliced into 1/2" slices on a slant
4-6 ounces Brie cheese
6 slices prosciutto cut in half lengthwise
1 cup arugula
3 tablespoons honey

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Heat a medium skillet over medium-low heat, then add the honey and thyme leaves. Cook for about 1 minute, then add the fig halves cut-side down into the honey.
Caramelize for 2-3 minutes, then use tongs to turn the figs over and saute for another 2 minutes. Remove the caramelized figs from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
Place the baguette slices onto a small baking sheet. Cut the Brie cheese in thick slices and place over the top of each baguette piece, spreading to the edges if needed.
Bake in your preheated oven for 6-7 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cheese has melted slightly. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before placing the crostini onto a platter.
On top of each, add a half slice of prosciutto, a spoonful of figs, and a drizzle of the honey, and top with fresh arugula. Stick a toothpick in top to hold everything in place, if desired, then serve warm. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing figs: If your figs are already super ripe, store in the fridge for up to 3 more days, depending on just how ripe they were. Or, if your figs aren’t quite ripe yet, you can store them at room temperature for a couple days and then transfer to the fridge.

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