Roasted Brussels Sprouts Crostini
These roasted Brussels sprouts crostini combine tender sprouts with creamy three-cheese topping on toasted baguette slices, making a flavorful and elegant appetizer perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 Baking Pan 15x10-inch foil-lined
- 1 food processor for blending cheeses
- 1 broiler for toasting and melting cheese
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb fresh Brussels sprouts trimmed and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil divided
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup whipped cream cheese
- 1 French bread baguette 10-1/2 oz, sliced 1/2 inch thick
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
- garlic oil optional, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons olive oil, nutmeg, salt, and pepper and spread on a foil-lined baking pan.
- Roast Brussels sprouts for about 20 minutes, stirring once, until tender and browned.
- Blend feta and whipped cream cheese in a food processor until smooth.
- Place bread slices on a foil-lined baking sheet and brush with remaining olive oil.
- Broil bread slices 1-2 minutes until just golden.
- Spread each toasted bread slice with cheese mixture, then top with roasted Brussels sprouts.
- Sprinkle Gruyere cheese over crostini and broil 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and starts to brown.
- Drizzle with garlic oil if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use garlic oil to add extra flavor or omit if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in oven.
- Gruyere can be substituted with other melty cheeses like mozzarella or cheddar.