Crostini with Whipped Brie, Nectarines, Honey & Fresh Mint
Ingredients
* 1 French baguette, sliced into 12 pieces
* 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
* 1/2 tsp garlic powder
* 1/4 tsp kosher salt
### For the Whipped Brie & Roasted Nectarines:
* 8 oz Brie cheese, rind removed
* 1/4 cup mascarpone cheese
* 2 tbsp heavy cream
* 2 ripe nectarines, sliced
* 1 tbsp unsalted butter
* 1 tbsp honey
* 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
### For the Honey Almond Crunch:
* 1/3 cup sliced almonds
* 1 tbsp unsalted butter
* 2 tbsp honey
* 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
* 1 pinch flaky sea salt
### For Garnish (optional):
* Fresh mint leaves
* Lemon zest
* Extra honey
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and season with the garlic powder and kosher salt.
3. Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until crisp and golden.
4. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the nectarine slices, honey, and thyme, then cook for 3–4 minutes until lightly caramelized.
5. Blend the Brie, mascarpone, and heavy cream until smooth and fluffy.
6. In a small skillet, toast the sliced almonds for 2–3 minutes. Stir in the butter, honey, lemon juice, and flaky sea salt until lightly glazed.
7. Spread a generous layer of whipped Brie onto each crostini.
8. Top with the warm roasted nectarines.
9. Sprinkle with the honey almond crunch.
10. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, lemon zest, and an extra drizzle of honey. Serve immediately.
## Nutritional Info (per serving, serves 6)