Roasted Grape Crostini with Brie and Fresh Thyme
Roasted Grape Crostini with Brie and Fresh Thyme is an elegant appetizer that balances sweet, caramelized grapes with creamy brie and earthy thyme. Perfect for parties, holidays, or cozy evenings, these crostini are simple yet stunning.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 crostini
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasted & Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 small loaf of crusty whole grain bread, sliced into 1/2-inch slices
1 pound seedless red grapes
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more if needed
1/4+ pound wedge of brie, sliced
1–2 sprigs fresh thyme
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss grapes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly and roast 15–20 minutes, until caramelized and juicy. Set aside.
- Lightly brush bread slices with olive oil and toast in the oven for 5–7 minutes until golden.
- Top each toasted slice with a piece of brie, then roasted grapes. Sprinkle with thyme leaves.
- Arrange on a platter and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Swap brie with goat cheese, camembert, or blue cheese for different flavor profiles.
Use figs, pears, or apples instead of grapes.
Drizzle with honey or balsamic glaze for added sweetness.
Top with chopped nuts like pistachios or walnuts for crunch.
Add fresh arugula leaves for a peppery twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
