Best 7 Bleu Cheese Walnut And Cranberry Crostini Recipes

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Are you looking for an easy and delicious appetizer to impress your guests? If so, look no further than bleu cheese walnut and cranberry crostini. This classic combination of flavors is sure to please everyone at your next party or gathering. Bleu cheese adds a rich, creamy flavor, while walnuts and cranberries add crunch and a touch of sweetness. Served on crispy crostini, this appetizer is sure to be a hit. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create an elegant and delicious snack that everyone will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUNNY'S EASY CRANBERRY AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI



Sunny's Easy Cranberry and Goat Cheese Crostini image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 20 crostini

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup chicken stock
4 teaspoons honey
20 to 24 fresh rosemary leaves
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
20 store-bought crostini
8 ounces goat cheese, at room temperature

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the cranberries, stock, honey, rosemary, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper and bring to a boil. Simmer for 1 minute, then remove from the heat and let cool in the pan.
  • Smear the crostini with the goat cheese, then top with the cooked cranberries.

FRISéE SALAD WITH BLUE CHEESE, WALNUT, AND CRANBERRY CROSTINI



Frisée Salad with Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Cranberry Crostini image

Categories     Cheese     Leafy Green     Nut     Appetizer     Bake     Cocktail Party     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Blue Cheese     Cranberry     Walnut     Fall     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

24 1/4-inch-thick slices ciabatta bread
4 tablespoons walnut oil, divided
1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts
8 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
6 tablespoons minced shallots, divided
1/3 cup dried cranberries
8 cups baby frisée, torn into thin pieces
2 teaspoons Banyuls vinegar or red wine vinegar
Fleur de sel or fine sea salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Arrange bread slices on baking sheet. Brush bread slices on top side with 2 tablespoons walnut oil. Bake until crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix walnuts, cheese, 4 tablespoons shallots, and dried cranberries in medium bowl. Spread mixture on toasts. Bake until cheese melts, about 4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine frisée, 2 tablespoons shallots, 2 tablespoons walnut oil, and vinegar in bowl. Sprinkle with fleur de sel; toss. Serve with crostini.

BLUE CHEESE AND DRIED CRANBERRY TOSSED SALAD



Blue Cheese and Dried Cranberry Tossed Salad image

This is a very tasty salad; a swanky version of a regular everyday salad. The addition of blue cheese and dried cranberries give it something special. Wherever it is brought people always ask for the recipe!

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 hearts of romaine lettuce, chopped
½ English cucumber, sliced
¾ cup grape tomatoes, halved
½ cup chopped toasted pecans
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crumbled blue cheese
¾ cup balsamic vinaigrette

Steps:

  • Layer the romaine lettuce with the cucumber, grape tomatoes, pecans, cranberries, and blue cheese in a large salad bowl. Dress the salad with the balsamic vinaigrette before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 519.7 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

CRANBERRY CHUTNEY CROSTINI



Cranberry Chutney Crostini image

Cranberry-topped crostinis look very attractive on a holiday appetizer buffet. Every bite has the perfect balance of sweet, tart and savory flavors.-Cheryl Woodson, Liberty, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup dried cranberries
1/3 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/3 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons chopped shallots
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/2 cup water, divided
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
24 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

  • For chutney, in a large saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Add 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add walnuts and remaining water; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until berries pop and chutney is thickened., Meanwhile, place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Combine cream cheese and Gorgonzola until smooth. Spread 1-1/2 teaspoons over each bread slice; top each with 1 tablespoon chutney. Sprinkle with chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts :

BLUE CHEESE CROSTINI



Blue Cheese Crostini image

"My sister-in-law gave me this great recipe, which includes two of my favorite ingredients-blue cheese and pears. Yum!" writes Kate Hilts of Grand Rapids, Michigan. TIP: "Instead of a loaf of French bread, I usually buy a baguette and cut it at an angle to give the slices a nice look," Kate adds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 15 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted
15 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick), lightly toasted
1 medium ripe pear

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Stir in the blue cheese and walnuts. Spread evenly over toasted bread. , Place on a baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Core pear and cut into 30 thin slices. Place two pear slices on each crostini. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BLUE CHEESE, CRANBERRY AND PEAR CROSTINI



Blue Cheese, Cranberry and Pear Crostini image

Make a fruity Italian appetizer with our Blue Cheese, Cranberry and Pear Crostini! This pear crostini is made tasty with French bread, pecans and more.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 10m

Yield 16 servings, 2 crostini each

Number Of Ingredients 7

32 slices (1/4 inch thick) French bread (about 1 loaf)
2 Tbsp. olive oil
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/4 cup ATHENOS Crumbled Blue Cheese
2 Tbsp. chopped dried cranberries
2 Tbsp. chopped toasted pecans
2 small fresh pears, cored, cut into 32 thin slices

Steps:

  • Heat broiler.
  • Place bread slices on baking sheet; brush with oil. Broil, 4 inches from heat, 2 to 3 min. or until browned. Cool completely on wire rack.
  • Mix cheeses, cranberries and nuts; spread onto bread slices.
  • Top with pears.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

EASY BLUE CHEESE CROSTINI



Easy Blue Cheese Crostini image

These take only minutes to prepare, and they are soooooo good! You can prepare the slices hours in advance and broil just before serving. Sprinkle only VERY lightly with sugar!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 11m

Yield 23 crostini (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup blue cheese, finely crumbled
4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
23 slices from a French baguettes, cut into about 1/2-inch thick (you might get more than 23 slices from the baguette)
sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Set oven to broiler heat.
  • In a bowl mix together blue cheese and butter.
  • Spread and divide the butter/cheese mixture equally on top of the bread slices.
  • Arrange the slices on a large baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle VERY light with sugar.
  • Broil until topping is just browned and the cheese softens (about 1 minute).
  • Transfer to a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203.4, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 7.5, Sodium 444.9, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 0.2, Protein 6.3

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and flavorful cranberries: Fresh or frozen cranberries can be used for this recipe. If using fresh cranberries, make sure they are plump and red. Avoid cranberries that are soft or have brown spots.
  • Toast the walnuts: Toasting the walnuts enhances their flavor and adds a nice crunch to the crostini. To toast the walnuts, spread them on a baking sheet and bake them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes, or until they are lightly browned and fragrant.
  • Use a good quality blue cheese: The blue cheese is a key ingredient in this recipe, so it's important to use a good quality cheese that you enjoy. Look for a blue cheese that is creamy and flavorful, with a strong but not overpowering flavor.
  • Make the crostini ahead of time: The crostini can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. This makes them a great appetizer for parties or gatherings.

Conclusion:

These blue cheese, walnut, and cranberry crostini are the perfect appetizer for any occasion. They are easy to make, delicious, and sure to impress your guests. The combination of sweet and tangy cranberries, creamy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts is irresistible. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give these crostini a try!

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