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Crostini Recipe

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crostini recipe

How to Make Crostini

crostini recipe

Learn how to make golden, toasted crostini in this simple recipe! They’re easy to make in the oven (or on the grill, see note). Crostini are the perfect base for your party appetizers or a fun light meal with accompaniments. Recipe yields 16 to 24 little toasts, depending on the baguette length (demi or full size).

Prep: 6min

Total: 15min

Yield: 24

Serving Size: 1 of 24 crostini made with 2 tablespoons olive oil total

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 24 crostini made with 2 tablespoons olive oil total, calories 63 calories, Sugar 0.6 g, Sodium 143.5 mg, Fat 1.5 g, Saturated Fat 0.2 g, Trans Fat 0 g, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

Ingredients:

  • 1 baguette (crusty French bread)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, as needed
  • Flaky sea salt or fine salt, to taste

Instruction:

  1. Preheat the oven (or a gas grill*) to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy clean-up, if desired. If your baking sheet is smaller than mine, you may need to make the toast in two batches.
  2. Slice your baguette on the diagonal into pieces no wider than ½-inch. I can usually fit 20 to 24 slices on my large baking sheet; you might have some bread left over. Lightly brush both sides of each slice with olive oil (this will require about 2 to 3 tablespoons oil).
  3. Place the slices in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet and bake them on the middle rack for 6 to 9 minutes, until they’re crisp and nicely golden on top. Sprinkle the toasts lightly with salt. Transfer the toasts to a serving platter, if desired, and use as desired.

How to Make Crostini // 10 Second Living

FAQ

What is the difference between bruschetta and crostini?

Bruschetta, from the Italian word “bruscare” meaning “to roast over coals” is made by toasting whole, wide slices of a rustic Italian or sourdough type bread. Crostini are sliced and toasted from a smaller, round, finer-textured bread, more like a white bread baguette.

What is the rule of thumb for adding crostini toppings?

Prevent soggy bread by adding the toppings just before serving. The crostini toasts can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and stored in an airtight container, but toppings that may turn soggy, like tomatoes or fruit, should be added as close to serving time as possible.

Should crostini be hard or soft?

If the crostini is too hard, it will hurt your guests’ mouths and flake all over their clothes. The ideal texture: crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. To achieve it, grill or broil bread over high heat, making sure to toast both sides.

How do you keep crostini from getting hard?

To avoid hard crostini, don’t overcook the bread slices. They should be crisp on the outside edges but still just slightly tender in the middle. If your crostini seem a bit too hard, put the toppings on a bit in advance. The topping will soften the crostini.

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About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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