Toasty Brie & Prosciutto Crostini with Pepper Jelly and Hot Honey

The sweet and salty thanksgiving app of our dreams!!!

Okay so if there is one thing about me, I love a good charcuterie board! I feel like this appetizer has all of my favorite things about a charcuterie. It's savory and sweet! It's crispy and indulgent! It is the perfect appetizer + this Toasty Brie & Prosciutto Crostini with Pepper Jelly and Hot Honey is SO easy to make. It'll be the perfect appetizer to make for Thanksgiving. Such a crowd pleaser and so so simple.

Ingredient List

• 1 French loaf, sliced thin

• 2 tablespoons melted butter

• 4–6 slices prosciutto

• Brie cheese (about 4 oz), sliced

• 2–3 tablespoons pepper jelly

• Drizzle of hot honey (or regular honey)

• Fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prep the bread: Slice the French loaf into thin slices and place them on a baking sheet. Brush the tops with about 2 tablespoons of melted butter.

2. Toast: Bake at 400°F for about 5 minutes, until lightly golden and crisp around the edges.

3. Crisp the prosciutto: In a small pan, fry the prosciutto until crispy. Set aside.

4. Assemble: Top each toasted bread slice with crispy prosciutto and a piece of brie.

5. Melt the brie: Return the crostini to the oven at 400°F for another 5 minutes, until the brie is soft and melty.

6. Finish: Top each piece with a small spoonful of pepper jelly and drizzle with hot honey (regular honey works too).

7. Garnish: Add fresh thyme leaves over the top and serve warm.

Toasty Brie & Prosciutto Crostini

Salty, sweet, and perfectly toasty — these crostini are layered with crispy prosciutto, melty brie, pepper jelly, and a drizzle of hot honey.

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Serves

8–10 pieces

Category

Appetizer • Holiday

Style

Cozy • Entertaining

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

• 1 French loaf, sliced thin
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 4–6 slices prosciutto
• 4 oz Brie cheese, sliced
• 2–3 tbsp pepper jelly
• Hot honey (or regular honey), for drizzling
• Fresh thyme, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prep the bread: Slice the French loaf into thin pieces and place on a baking sheet. Brush the tops with about 2 tbsp melted butter.
2. Toast: Bake at 400°F for 5 minutes, until lightly golden and crisp.
3. Crisp the prosciutto: Pan-fry prosciutto until crispy. Set aside.
4. Assemble: Top each toasted slice with crispy prosciutto and a piece of brie.
5. Melt the brie: Return to the oven at 400°F for another 5 minutes, until the brie is melty and soft.
6. Finish: Top with a small spoonful of pepper jelly and drizzle with hot honey or regular honey.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh thyme and serve warm.

Madeline’s Pro Tip: Try using a fruit-forward pepper jelly like raspberry or apricot for a sweet heat that pairs perfectly with the brie.

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