Crusty Salmon Canapes
These crispy, flavour-packed canapes are ideal for parties, gatherings, or festive nibbles. Topped with creme fraiche, lemon and smoked salmon, they’re rich, refreshing, and seriously moreish. Prepare ahead and assemble just before serving.
🍽️ Serves: 4–6 ⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes 🔥 Cook Time: 5 minutes (to toast bread) 💡 Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 1 French baguette or sourdough, sliced into rounds
- Olive oil (for brushing)
- 200g smoked salmon
- 3 tbsp creme fraiche
- 1 tsp horseradish sauce or Dijon mustard (optional)
- Lemon zest
- Fresh dill, parsley or chives (to garnish)
- Black pepper
Method
- Preheat the grill. Lightly brush bread slices with olive oil and grill until golden and crisp (or toast in a hot pan).
- In a bowl, mix the creme fraiche with horseradish or mustard if using. Season with a little pepper.
- Top each toast round with a dollop of creme fraiche, a slice of smoked salmon, lemon zest, and fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately, or toast the bread and prepare toppings in advance for quick assembly.
Serving Suggestion
Ideal as a canape or appetiser. Serve alongside sparkling wine or festive drinks for a simple but elegant seafood bite.
Order premium smoked salmon from Hamiltons Fish - perfect for canapes, sharing platters, and elegant starters.
