Apple Bacon Cheddar Crostini

Health score
1%
Apple Bacon Cheddar Crostini
50 min.
24
166kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game? Introducing the delightful Apple Bacon Cheddar Crostini, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and cheesy goodness that will leave your guests craving more. This recipe is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes as well. The vibrant colors of the apples and the golden-brown baguette slices create an inviting presentation that sets the stage for a memorable gathering.

Imagine the aroma of crispy bacon mingling with the sweetness of caramelized apples and the sharpness of cheddar cheese wafting through your kitchen. Each bite of this crostini offers a harmonious balance of flavors, with the crunch of the toasted baguette providing the perfect base for the luscious apple mixture. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, a casual get-together, or simply looking for a delicious snack, these crostini are sure to impress.

With just 50 minutes of preparation, you can whip up 24 servings of this delectable dish, making it an ideal choice for entertaining. Plus, at only 166 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a culinary masterpiece that will have everyone asking for the recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons apple juice 
  • cups apples peeled finely chopped (3 medium)
  • slices bacon 
  • 24 slices crusty baguette french (1/)
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoon thyme sprigs fresh
  • teaspoon ginger grated
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • sprigs thyme leaves fresh

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • oven

Directions

  1. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; set aside. Reserve drippings in skillet.
  2. Cook apples and gingerroot in bacon drippings over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and tender. Stir in brown sugar, thyme and salt. Cook 1 minute; stir in apple juice. Cook 1 minute; remove from heat. Cool completely.
  3. Heat oven to 450F.
  4. Place baguette slices in single layer on ungreased cookie sheet.
  5. Brush with 1 tablespoon of the oil.
  6. Bake 3 to 5 minutes or until toasted. Turn slices over; brush with remaining 1 tablespoon oil.
  7. Bake 3 to 5 minutes longer or until toasted.
  8. In skillet, add cheese and bacon to apples; toss.
  9. Place about 1 tablespoon apple mixture on each baguette slice.
  10. Bake 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  11. Garnish with thyme sprigs.
  12. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories166kcal
Protein13.16%
Fat36.22%
Carbs50.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.52
Glycemic Load
11.44
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.0756521561871%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.33mg
Catechin
0.29mg
Epigallocatechin
0.05mg
Epicatechin
1.63mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:165.56kcal
8.28%
Fat:6.68g
10.27%
Saturated Fat:2.43g
15.22%
Carbohydrates:21g
7%
Net Carbohydrates:19.77g
7.19%
Sugar:6.04g
6.71%
Cholesterol:10.72mg
3.57%
Sodium:329.93mg
14.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.46g
10.92%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.83%
Selenium:8.64µg
12.35%
Folate:36.54µg
9.13%
Calcium:88.64mg
8.86%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.57%
Vitamin B3:1.71mg
8.53%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.28%
Phosphorus:73.63mg
7.36%
Iron:1.25mg
6.92%
Fiber:1.22g
4.89%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.96%
Magnesium:12.77mg
3.19%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.19%
Copper:0.05mg
2.61%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.5%
Potassium:85.03mg
2.43%
Vitamin K:2.29µg
2.18%
Vitamin A:100.15IU
2%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
1.99%
Vitamin C:1.51mg
1.83%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.71%