How to Make Ham and Brie Crostini with Fig Jam - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ham and Brie crostini with fig jam is a delightful appetizer that combines savory and sweet flavors in a bite-sized treat. This recipe is perfect for entertaining guests at a dinner party or simply enjoying a fancy snack at home. The combination of crispy bread, creamy Brie, salty ham, and sweet fig jam is a true crowd-pleaser.

Crostini, which means "little toasts" in Italian, is a great vehicle for a variety of toppings. The crunchy base of the crostini contrasts beautifully with the...

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Ingredients

  • 24 (1/4-inch thick) baguette slices
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¾ pound Smithfield Ham slices, cut into 24 pieces
  • 9 ounces Brie cheese, sliced and cut into 24 pieces
  • ¼ cup fig jam

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 24 crostini

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly brush both sides of baguette slices with oil and place slightly spaced on rimmed baking pans. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned and crisp.
  • Top each slice with ham and Brie and bake for an additional 5-8 minutes or until Brie has just begun to melt. Top each crostini with fig jam and serve warm for best flavor.
  • Nutrition

    272 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 574mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 52mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 71mg