Christmas Crostini
Transform your holiday gatherings with the sophisticated charm of Christmas Crostini, a flavorful appetizer that captures the essence of the season. This festive recipe combines crisp, golden baguette slices toasted to perfection with a creamy layer of tangy goat cheese, a tart-sweet dollop of cranberry sauce, and a sprinkle of chopped pistachios for a delightful crunch. Infused with the aromatic warmth of fresh rosemary and thyme, these crostini are a celebration of texture and taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy and elegant dish is perfect for Christmas parties, holiday dinners, or anytime you want to impress your guests with a gourmet touch. Let this vibrant, crowd-pleasing appetizer be the star of your seasonal spread!
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Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 6 ounces Goat cheese
- 1 cup Cranberry sauce
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 0.33 cup Pistachios
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Slice the baguette into 1/4-inch thick rounds. You should have about 24 slices.
Step 3
Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and brush each one lightly with olive oil.
Step 4
Sprinkle the slices with a pinch of salt and bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
Step 5
While the crostini are baking, finely chop the pistachios and set them aside.
Step 6
In a small bowl, mix the goat cheese with a pinch of black pepper until smooth.
Step 7
Spread a generous layer of goat cheese on each toasted baguette slice.
Step 8
Top each crostini with a small dollop of cranberry sauce.
Step 9
Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the cranberry sauce, and then garnish with a few leaves of fresh thyme and rosemary.
Step 10
Arrange the crostini on a serving platter and serve immediately. Enjoy your festive appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (826.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2492.9 |
| Total Fat 121.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 46.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 9.6g | |
| Cholesterol 133.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5109.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 275.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 110.3g | |
| Protein 80.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 472.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 946.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories