Are you looking for a festive and flavorful appetizer to serve at your next gathering? Look no further than cranberry turkey crostini! This elegant and easy-to-make dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Featuring a combination of sweet and tart cranberry sauce, savory turkey, and crispy crostini, this appetizer is the perfect balance of flavors and textures. In this article, we'll guide you through the simple steps to create these delectable crostini, ensuring they become a new favorite at your holiday parties or special occasions.
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CRANBERRY TURKEY CROSTINI
I wasn't quite sure what to expect when I made these Cranberry Turkey Crostini, but they're fantastic. The jalapenos balance out the other ingredients perfectly. If you don't have shaved turkey, shaved chicken works just as well. -Bridgetta Ealy, Pontiac, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place cranberries and tangerine in a food processor; cover and process until coarsely chopped. Set aside., In a small saucepan, bring vinegar and shallots to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until mixture is reduced to 1/3 cup, stirring occasionally. Stir in the sugar, jalapenos, pepper and reserved cranberry mixture. Cook for 5 minutes over medium heat, stirring frequently. Transfer to a small bowl; refrigerate until chilled., Place bread on ungreased baking sheets; lightly spray bread on both sides with cooking spray. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Spread each slice with 1-1/2 teaspoons cream cheese; top with turkey and 1 tablespoon cranberry mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
SUNNY'S EASY CRANBERRY AND GOAT CHEESE CROSTINI
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.
TURKEY CROSTINI
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 10m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Whisk 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons chopped chives, and salt and pepper. Spread on toast rounds and top with shredded leftover roast turkey, sliced avocado and crumbled bacon. Drizzle with olive oil.
CRANBERRY CHUTNEY CROSTINI
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
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 :
SANTA FE TURKEY CROSTINI
Inspired by the flavors of the Southwest, this crostini is full of seasonings like fire-roasted peppers and sun-dried tomatoes.
Provided by Dietz & Watson
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Dietz & Watson
Time 8m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Using a serrated knife cut baguette into 16 slices. Lightly spray both sides with olive oil cooking spray and place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 8 minutes, or until light golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.
- Coat each crostini with Dietz & Watson™ Chipotle Mayo.
- Place 2 strips of turkey and provolone on top of crostini and top with a few pieces of avocado and tomato.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 36.7 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 18.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 767.2 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
CRANBERRY BACON JAM CROSTINI RECIPE
A toasted baguette topped with smoked cheddar cheese and a flavorful cranberry bacon jam makes this one party food that everyone will be talking about!
Provided by Elyse Ellis
Categories Appetizer
Time 37m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
- Cover a half baking sheet in foil and lay bacon in a single layer in the pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy.
- Remove bacon from the oven and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease. Use another paper towel to blot the top of the bacon to absorb grease.
- Coarsely chop or crumble cooked bacon; set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of bacon fat from the baking sheet to a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cooked for 5-10 minutes, or until it begins turning golden brown.
- Add salt, brown sugar and red wine vinegar and stir until combined. Add cooked bacon, cranberry juice, dried cranberries and season with salt and pepper, as desired.
- Stir and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the jam thickens and turns brown in color. Store jam in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 399 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh cranberries. If fresh cranberries are unavailable, frozen cranberries can be used. Thaw them before using.
- You can use any type of bread or rolls for the crostini, but a sturdy bread that can hold up to the toppings is best.
- If you don't have a pastry brush, you can use a spoon to spread the olive oil on the bread.
- The crostini can be baked ahead of time and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- To make the crostini even more festive, garnish them with fresh herbs, such as rosemary or thyme.
Conclusion:
Cranberry turkey crostini are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner. With their sweet and savory flavor, cranberry turkey crostini are sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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