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    Home » Desserts » Other Treats

    Strawberry, Brie Cheese, Honey & Basil Crostini Recipe

    Published: Jul 25, 2012 · Modified: May 2, 2022 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 43 Comments

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    Crostini with Brie Cheese, Strawberries, Honey & Basil Recipe

    The first time my brother-in-law offered to cook for us, I pasted a smile on my face and stifled an urge to run for the hills. At the time, he was a bachelor and used to feeding himself basic meals that could go from microwave to plate as quickly as possible (yeah, that meant a lot - I mean A LOT - of frozen burritos). So, when he whipped up an appetizer that involved a wheel of Brie cheese and strawberries cooked inside a crusty, golden brown layer of pastry, I was eating my words...and then several helpings of that gooey, melty dish. Okay, I may have seated myself beside the plate and chowed down until there was not a single morsel to be found.

    I blamed it on the kids.

    That blissful first meeting with the Brie and strawberries led to a bit of an obsession. My dreams filled with spinning wheels of Brie and dancing strawberries (okay, that's a little weird...true, but weird) that ultimately culminated in one of my favorite desserts, Brie Cheese & Strawberry Puff Pastry "Ravioli" with Chocolate Sauce.

    Puff Pastry Brie & Strawberry "Ravioli" with Chocolate Sauce
    The thing that dreams are made of.

    My infatuation hasn't waned and I find myself, yet again, pairing together the sweet, fragrant fruit with slices of warm, melted cheese. This time it's in the form of crostini and topped with a light drizzle of honey and thin slices of fresh basil. The first time i made this, I wasn't sure what to expect. With the first bite, my teeth sunk slowly through the strawberries and soft cheese until they met with the slightly crunchy bread. The flavors are sweet and savory, herbaceous and floral...and utterly delightful.

    I'm not sure whether to call this an appetizer or a dessert because, really, it could go either way. Whether you choose to serve it at the beginning or the end of the meal, I guarantee that it will be a hit. And watch out because you, too, may become bitten by the strawberry-Brie bug.

    The recipe:
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

    Lay the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Top each piece of baguette with a slice of Brie cheese.

    Crostini with Brie Cheese, Strawberries, Honey & Basil Recipe

    Bake in oven until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted, 5 to 6 minutes.

    Top each with 2 slices of strawberry, ¼ to ½ teaspoon of honey and a few slices of basil. Serve.

    Crostini with Brie Cheese, Strawberries, Honey & Basil Recipe

    Crostini with Brie Cheese, Strawberries, Honey & Basil Recipe

    This crostini combines the flavors of Brie cheese and strawberries, and can double as an appetizer or dessert.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Appetizers, Desserts
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: Healthy Appetizers
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 6 minutes
    Total Time: 16 minutes
    Servings: 12 Crostini
    Calories: 95kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    • 12 thin slices French baguette sliced on diagonal
    • 4 ounces Brie cheese cut into 12 slices
    • 6 medium strawberries sliced
    • 1-2 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
    • 4 fresh basil leave thinly sliced
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    • Lay the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Top each piece of baguette with a slice of Brie cheese.
    • Bake in oven until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted, 5 to 6 minutes.
    • Top each with 2 slices of strawberry, ½ to ½ teaspoon of honey and a few slices of basil. Serve.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Crostino | Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 187mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 65IU | Vitamin C: 3.5mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 0.7mg
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    Disclosure: I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

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      Comments

      1. Casey

        January 05, 2015 at 2:34 pm

        Question! If using pre-made crostini's, how long would you say to bake them? Two minutes or so until the brie is melted? Thank you!

        Reply
        • Dara

          January 05, 2015 at 2:54 pm

          Hi Casey, I haven't tried this with pre-made crostini, but I'd be worried that they'd be burnt or too crispy by the time the Brie is melted.

          Reply
      2. Sara

        January 05, 2015 at 9:54 am

        5 stars
        Made these for an "eclectic tea party" a few months ago and everyone raved over how beautiful they looked and how addictive they tasted! Thanks for the recipe!

        Reply
        • Dara

          January 05, 2015 at 11:01 am

          I love the idea of an "eclectic tea party"! I'm so glad that everyone enjoyed the crostini.

          Reply
      3. kim

        April 29, 2014 at 9:22 am

        Are these good eaten cooled, or only good when they are warm? How far in advance can they be made and still be good?

        Reply
      4. Cheri

        October 11, 2013 at 12:27 pm

        These look great! Think I'll try them with a special balsamic (in place of the honey) I brought back from Italy. YUM!

        Reply
        • Dara (Cookin' Canuck)

          October 12, 2013 at 10:50 pm

          That sounds great, Cheri!

          Reply
      5. Kate

        June 03, 2013 at 7:47 pm

        I love brie, but I want to make these for a baby shower, and mama-to-be has been advised not to eat any soft cheeses. Is there any other that I could substitute?

        Reply
      6. Judy

        April 25, 2013 at 2:20 pm

        This looks and sounds so delicious, I plan on serving as an appetizer at a dinner party for 12 in two weeks. I think I'll try drizzling a little balsamic syrup over the strawberries instead of the honey, as balsamic goes so well with strawberries. Thanks for the recipe!

        Reply
      7. DEANNA

        April 24, 2013 at 9:20 pm

        Amazing! Amazing ! Recipe

        Reply
      8. Annabelle

        November 04, 2012 at 11:30 am

        What would you substitute for basil? Or should I just eliminate it completely?
        Can't wait to do these. Yumm

        Reply
        • Dara (Cookin' Canuck)

          November 04, 2012 at 12:38 pm

          Annabelle, there isn't a great substitute for fresh basil, so I would just leave it out. They'll still be good!

          Reply
      9. JulieD

        July 30, 2012 at 12:51 pm

        Oh man, this looks so good, I love pairing fruit with brie...you just took it to a whole new level!

        Reply
      10. Carolyn

        July 29, 2012 at 5:09 am

        Mmmmm, I wouldn't be able to eat the bread but I'd happily eat the topping right off of all of those!

        Reply
      11. Viviane Bauquet Farre

        July 27, 2012 at 8:37 am

        A very playful and elegant implementation of strawberries! The sweetness must go so well with the brie cheese! Very clever and quite delicious.

        Reply
      12. Jen @ Savory Simple

        July 27, 2012 at 6:40 am

        How delicious!

        Reply
      13. Sommer@ASpicyPerspective

        July 27, 2012 at 5:03 am

        Hey sweet friend, These look like the perfect little bites to go with Prosecco!

        Reply
      14. Donna

        July 26, 2012 at 9:25 pm

        Proving once again that simple is best!

        Reply
      15. claire @ the realistic nutritionist

        July 26, 2012 at 10:56 am

        This is just gorgeous!!!!! Is there any better combo that strawberry and brie?

        Reply
      16. A Canadian Foodie

        July 26, 2012 at 9:37 am

        Simple is always best.
        🙂
        V

        Reply
      17. RavieNomNoms

        July 26, 2012 at 7:32 am

        Love it! Such a winning combination!

        Reply
      18. Emily @ Life on Food

        July 26, 2012 at 6:13 am

        This just made my day. They look fantastic. I love brie and I love even more that you can pair it was so many flavors and it only gets better. Your crostini is a new combination for me but I am certainly going to check it out soon.

        Reply
      19. Minnie(@thelady8home)

        July 26, 2012 at 3:16 am

        Fantastic snack!!!! I can have this anytime. Its looking so YUMMY!!! 😀

        Reply
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