Top French Appetizer - Part 4

Discover authentic French Appetizer recipes. Perfect for any occasion, from everyday meals to special celebrations.

French
Appetizer
French
Hard
A-

Seared Foie Gras with Pain Perdu and a Fresh Cranberry Compote

4.3
(890 reviews)

A decadent dish featuring seared foie gras served with French toast (pain perdu) and a tart cranberry compote.

30 min
600 cal
Pescatarian
Gluten-free option available
60%
75
French
Medium
C+

Caviar and Smoked Salmon on Toasted Brioche Cubes

4.2
(112 reviews)

A luxurious appetizer featuring the classic combination of caviar and smoked salmon, served atop golden-brown brioche cubes.

20 min
150 cal
Pescatarian
40%
65
French
Medium
A+

French Onion Soup

4.1
(523 reviews)

A classic French Onion Soup recipe with caramelized onions, rich broth, and a cheesy baguette topping.

70 min
350 cal
Vegetarian (if using vegetable broth)
Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free bread)
75%
70
French
Hard
A+

Seared Foie Gras with Caramelized Apples

4.4
(1236 reviews)

Seared foie gras served with sweet and tangy caramelized apples.

20 min
400 cal
60%
70
French
Medium
B

Fresh Corn Madeleines with Sour Cream and Caviar

4.3
(737 reviews)

Savory madeleines featuring fresh corn, topped with sour cream and luxurious caviar.

20 min
50 cal
Pescatarian
60%
75
French
Easy
B+

Baked Brie with Cranberries & Almonds

4.3
(1339 reviews)

A warm and gooey baked brie topped with sweet cranberries, crunchy almonds, and a drizzle of honey. Perfect as an appetizer or snack.

15 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (if served with gluten-free crackers)
70%
75
French
Medium
B+

Parisian Puffs

4.0
(308 reviews)

Flaky puff pastry filled with sweet apple, savory ham, and creamy brie cheese, drizzled with honey. A delightful appetizer or snack.

30 min
250 cal
Vegetarian (if using vegetarian ham)
70%
75
French
Hard
A-

Deconstructed Beef Wellington

4.1
(1437 reviews)

An elegant appetizer featuring tender beef tenderloin, savory mushroom duxelles, and flaky puff pastry.

60 min
350 cal
Meat
Dairy
60%
75
French
Hard
A-

Camembert In Brioche

4.3
(1444 reviews)

A decadent baked Camembert wrapped in a buttery brioche dough, perfect as an appetizer or centerpiece.

180 min
500 cal
Vegetarian
75%
70
French
Medium
A-

Les Huitres Chaudes Au Beurre d'Orange (Oysters with orange butter)

4.3
(1563 reviews)

Oysters baked with a rich orange butter sauce.

20 min
250 cal
Gluten-Free
50%
65
French
Hard
A+

Lobster Cream Soup

4.4
(742 reviews)

A rich and creamy lobster bisque, perfect for a special occasion.

70 min
350 cal
Pescatarian
40%
75
French
Medium
B+

Strawberry Baked Brie

4.4
(1749 reviews)

A warm and gooey baked brie appetizer with sweet strawberry preserves, perfect for the holidays.

50 min
350 cal
Vegetarian
60%
75
French
Hard
A

Salmon Consomme with Creme Fraiche and Salmon Caviar

4.5
(517 reviews)

A delicate and refined salmon consomme, enriched with creme fraiche and luxurious salmon caviar. A sophisticated starter or light meal.

90 min
250 cal
Gluten-Free
Pescatarian
40%
65
French
Medium
B+

Mini Smoked-Salmon Croque-Monsieur

4.1
(1678 reviews)

A delicious and elegant appetizer featuring smoked salmon, Gruyere cheese, and chives in a miniature Croque-Monsieur format.

30 min
150 cal
Pescatarian
60%
75
French
Hard
A+

Roasted Foie Gras with Apple Onion Compote

4.2
(1926 reviews)

A decadent dish featuring seared foie gras served atop a sweet and savory apple onion compote.

30 min
550 cal
Gluten-Free
60%
75
French
Hard
A+

Lobster Bisque

4.5
(1576 reviews)

A rich and creamy lobster bisque, perfect for a special occasion.

60 min
350 cal
Pescatarian
Gluten-Free
60%
75
French
Easy
C+

Baked Brie Dip

4.1
(1343 reviews)

A warm and gooey baked brie dip with a crunchy almond topping, perfect for parties.

15 min
300 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free (if served with gluten-free chips)
75%
70
French
Medium
A+

Fresh and Smoked Salmon Pate

4.3
(869 reviews)

A rich and flavorful salmon pate featuring both fresh and smoked salmon, perfect as an appetizer or spread.

60 min
350 cal
Pescatarian
Gluten-Free
60%
75
French
Medium
B+

Nicole Kaplan's Gougeres (Served at Eleven Madison Park)

4.2
(1213 reviews)

Savory cheese puffs, perfect as an appetizer or snack.

45 min
120 cal
Vegetarian
65%
75
French
Medium
B+

Brie Cheese Bread Bowl

4.1
(322 reviews)

A warm and gooey brie cheese bread bowl, perfect for dipping and sharing.

75 min
500 cal
Vegetarian
70%
75
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