Pear Pecan Appetizers
Elevate your next gathering with these irresistibly elegant Pear Pecan Appetizers! Featuring crunchy toasted baguette slices topped with creamy whipped cream cheese, juicy slices of fresh pear, and caramelized honey-cinnamon pecans, this recipe combines sweet, salty, and spiced flavors in every bite. A drizzle of honey and optional fresh thyme garnish add a gourmet touch that’s sure to impress your guests. With just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking time, these easy yet sophisticated crostini are perfect for parties, holiday celebrations, or even as an indulgent snack. Serve them fresh off the platter, and watch them disappear in seconds! Keywords: pear pecan appetizers, easy party appetizers, sweet and savory crostini, holiday appetizer recipe, caramelized pecan crostini.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces fresh pears
- 1 cup pecans
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 piece baguette
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 16 thin slices, approximately 1/2 inch thick, and arrange them on a baking sheet.
Brush each slice with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
While the crostini are toasting, wash and core the pears, then slice them thinly into approximately 16 slices.
In a small mixing bowl, toss the pecans with honey, salt, and cinnamon until evenly coated.
Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the honey-coated pecans and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until toasted and caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool.
Spread a thin layer of cream cheese onto each toasted crostini slice.
Top each crostini with a slice of pear and a few toasted pecans.
Optional: Garnish with a tiny drizzle of honey and a pinch of fresh thyme leaves for added flavor.
Arrange the finished appetizers on a serving platter and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.3 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.2 g | 176% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 2902 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.0 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.4 g | 98% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.4 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 388 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1350 mg | 29% | |
*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.
