Pesto and Brie Canapes
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Pesto and Brie Canapes, a perfect fusion of gourmet flavors in bite-sized form. Featuring crusty baguette rounds toasted to golden perfection, each piece is slathered with vibrant, herbaceous basil pesto, topped with creamy, gooey Brie cheese, and crowned with a juicy cherry tomato half. A quick bake in the oven melts the cheese just enough for a delectable, warm finish, while a sprinkle of salt, pepper, and a touch of fresh basil leaves adds a burst of freshness to every bite. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes and ideal for entertaining, these elegant canapes are a crowd-pleasing addition to any party platter or holiday spread. Perfect as finger food or hors d'oeuvres, these pesto and Brie delights promise to impress with their simple yet sophisticated flavor profile.
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Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil pesto
- 8 ounces Brie cheese
- 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Slice the baguette into 20 thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick each.
Step 3
Arrange the baguette slices in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Step 4
Brush each slice lightly with olive oil on one side.
Step 5
Toast the baguette slices in the oven for 5–7 minutes, or until they are golden and crisp. Remove and let cool slightly.
Step 6
While the bread is toasting, slice the Brie cheese into small, thin pieces that will fit on the bread slices.
Step 7
Halve the cherry tomatoes to create 20 halves.
Step 8
Once the baguette slices are cool enough to handle, spread about 1 teaspoon of basil pesto onto each slice.
Step 9
Top each with a slice of Brie cheese and a cherry tomato half.
Step 10
Sprinkle a small pinch of salt and black pepper over each canape.
Step 11
Transfer the assembled canapes back to the oven and bake for 3–5 minutes, or until the Brie just begins to melt.
Step 12
Remove from the oven and garnish each canape with a small piece of fresh basil leaf for added color and flavor.
Step 13
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (873.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2411.6 |
| Total Fat 145.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 52.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g | |
| Cholesterol 236.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4219.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 183.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.4g | |
| Protein 91.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 45.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 804.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1430.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories