This Pear and Brie Crostini is an elegant yet effortless holiday appetizer that comes together in under 15 minutes—perfect for unexpected guests or evenings when you want something simple and impressive.
We entertain often and love feeding people, but sometimes we need quick, beautiful dishes that don’t require hours in the kitchen. These crostini are my go-to when I want to spend time visiting, not cooking.
Crisp toasted baguette slices topped with creamy brie (or a vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free option), thin pear slices, a drizzle of honey, and a scatter of walnuts and thyme make for a beautiful combination of textures and flavors. Serve with a glass of wine and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing starter.
These crostini are ideal to have memorized for holiday parties or potlucks. They’re fast, attractive, and satisfying—exactly the kind of appetizer you want at hand when someone asks you to bring a dish.
xo
Tori
Pear & Brie Crostini
Pear & Brie Crostini
The perfect appetizer for any occasion, these pear and brie crostini are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Appetizer
American
Appetizer, Brie, Cheese, Crostini, Honey, Pear, Thyme, Walnut
Ingredients
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1
fresh baguette - extra virgin olive oil
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200
grams
double cream brie cheese
(or vegan cream cheese) -
3
pears
(sliced; Bartlett recommended) -
3
sprigs
thyme -
1-2
tablespoons
honey -
1/4
cup
walnuts
(roughly chopped)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Slice the baguette on a bias into 1/2-inch slices. Lightly brush both sides with olive oil, arrange on a baking sheet, and bake 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
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Top each toasted slice with a thin piece of brie or a spread of vegan cream cheese, a slice of pear, a sprinkle of chopped walnuts and a small thyme leaf. Finish with a drizzle of honey and serve immediately.