Description
Crostini with Whipped Brie, Roasted Strawberries, Black Pepper & Hot Honey Basil Drizzle is an elegant, flavour-packed appetiser that combines creamy, sweet, savoury, and spicy elements. Crisp crostini are layered with silky whipped brie, jammy roasted strawberries, and finished with a fragrant hot honey basil drizzle. Perfect for entertaining, this gourmet dish is as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
For the Crostini:
1 French baguette, sliced into 16 pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
For the Whipped Brie:
8 oz (225 g) brie cheese, rind removed
2 oz (60 g) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Roasted Strawberries:
2 cups strawberries, halved
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
Pinch of black pepper
For the Hot Honey Basil Drizzle:
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and crisp.
Increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
Toss strawberries with honey, balsamic vinegar, and black pepper.
Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until soft and caramelised.
In a blender, combine brie, cream cheese, heavy cream, and salt.
Blend until smooth and fluffy.
Warm honey with red pepper flakes in a saucepan for 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in basil, lemon juice, and salt.
Spread whipped brie onto each crostini.
Top with roasted strawberries and drizzle with hot honey basil.
Finish with a light crack of black pepper and serve immediately.
Notes
Use ripe strawberries for best flavour.
Remove the brie rind for a smoother texture.
Do not over-roast strawberries to avoid excess moisture.
Serve immediately to keep crostini crisp.
Adjust spice level in the honey to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean