Strawberry-Brie Bruschetta

Submitted by skat5762

"This decadent treat is perfect for a brunch with friends... or an intimate treat to be shared with the one you love. From the California Strawberry Commission."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 12 slices French bread, cut 1/2 inch thick
• 1⁄3 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1⁄3 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 12 slices brie cheese (about 12 ounces)
• 1 1⁄2 lbs sliced stemmed strawberries (about 4-5 cups)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sliced almonds, toasted

directions

1. Heat oven to 375-degrees.
2. Spread 1 side of each bread slice with butter; arrange, butter side up, on large baking sheet.
3. In small bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle 1 teaspoon over each slice of bread.
4. Reserve remaining sugar mixture.
5. Toast bread in oven for 5 minutes and remove.
6. Top each slice with one slice of Brie; return to oven.
7. Bake an additional 4-6 minutes or until cheese is melted.
8. Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine strawberries, vanilla and remaining sugar mixture; toss lightly.
9. Place two bruschetta on each serving plate.
10. Spoon 1/3 cup strawberry mixture over each; sprinkle with almonds.
11. Serve immediately.
12. Note: to toast almonds, spread on even layer on baking sheet.
13. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 5-10 minutes or until light golden brown, stirring once or twice for even browning.

Reviews

[alligirl]

This was fabulous! I so wanted it to be great, and I was not disappointed! I did use some slices of Hawaiian bread, as I had it on hand, and it was very complimentary to the recipe. As a matter of fact, I would make it the same way again! I also reduced it, for 2 of us, but wish I had made more. Now, I just have an excuse to make it again! Thanks so much for sharing, s'kat!

 

[deliciousdish]

I printed this recipe November 22, 2003, and have made it so many times since then Iv'e lost count. This recipe takes a little time but so, so worth it. Crunchy bread, creamy cheese, sweet strawberries and a crunch sweet creme brulee type topping-MMMMMM. Thank you so much for a divine recipe s'kat!