Christmas Crostini

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

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!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 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

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Slice the baguette into 1/4-inch thick rounds. You should have about 24 slices.

3. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and brush each one lightly with olive oil.

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.

5. While the crostini are baking, finely chop the pistachios and set them aside.

6. In a small bowl, mix the goat cheese with a pinch of black pepper until smooth.

7. Spread a generous layer of goat cheese on each toasted baguette slice.

8. Top each crostini with a small dollop of cranberry sauce.

9. Sprinkle the chopped pistachios over the cranberry sauce, and then garnish with a few leaves of fresh thyme and rosemary.

10. Arrange the crostini on a serving platter and serve immediately. Enjoy your festive appetizer!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (63.0g)

Calories		178
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		8.5 g	11%
	Saturated Fat	2.8 g	14%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		8 mg	3%
Sodium		332 mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate		20.7 g	8%
	Dietary Fiber	1.1 g	4%
	Total Sugars	8.1 g
Protein		5.3 g	11%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		30 mg	2%
Iron		0.8 mg	4%
Potassium		82 mg	2%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 920 cal (42.4%%)

Protein: 254 cal (11.7%%)

Carbs: 995 cal (45.9%%)