Bomb Shelter Croustades

Elevate your appetizer game with these golden, crispy Bomb Shelter Croustades—a mouthwatering combination of toasty baguette slices topped with a luscious spread of melted Gruyère cheese, garlic, fresh thyme, and a hint of paprika for a smoky kick. Perfectly crisped in the oven, these savory bites manage to be both simple to prepare and irresistibly gourmet. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re an ideal choice for entertaining guests or savoring by yourself with a bowl of comforting soup. Whether served as a party-starter or paired with your favorite wine, these cheesy croustades are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Baguette
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 cup Grated Gruyère cheese
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Slice the baguette into 12 thin rounds, approximately 1/2-inch thick.

Step 3

Brush both sides of each slice with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 4

Toast the bread slices in the oven for 5 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 6

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, grated Gruyère cheese, heavy cream, fresh thyme, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until a cohesive and spreadable paste forms.

Step 7

Spoon a small amount of the cheese mixture onto each toasted bread slice, spreading evenly.

Step 8

Return the topped croustades to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let them cool for 2 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a snack, appetizer, or alongside a hearty soup for a comforting meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	526.7 grams (526.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1851

Total Fat 96.00g	123%
Saturated Fat 38.20g	191%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 150mg	50%
Sodium 3943mg	171%
Total Carbohydrate 171.00g	62%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 15.50g
Protein 67.40g	135%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1186mg	91%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 506mg	11%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 37.6%