Bomb Shelter Croustades
Elevate your appetizer game with these golden, crispy Bomb Shelter Croustades—a mouthwatering combination of toasty baguette slices topped with a luscious spread of melted Gruyère cheese, garlic, fresh thyme, and a hint of paprika for a smoky kick. Perfectly crisped in the oven, these savory bites manage to be both simple to prepare and irresistibly gourmet. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re an ideal choice for entertaining guests or savoring by yourself with a bowl of comforting soup. Whether served as a party-starter or paired with your favorite wine, these cheesy croustades are guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup Grated Gruyère cheese
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 12 thin rounds, approximately 1/2-inch thick.
Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
Toast the bread slices in the oven for 5 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, grated Gruyère cheese, heavy cream, fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until a cohesive and spreadable paste forms.
Spoon a small amount of the cheese mixture onto each toasted bread slice, spreading evenly.
Return the topped croustades to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or alongside a hearty soup for a comforting meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.0 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.2 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 3943 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.0 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 67.4 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1186 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 506 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
