Crostini are small slices of crunchy toasted bread you can eat as an appetizer or accompany soupsand stews. We'll show you how to make the best crostini at home and top them with deliciously fresh homemade toppings.
Prep Time5mins
Cook Time7mins
Total Time12mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: crunchy bread
Servings: 8people
Calories: 177kcal
Author: Nico
Ingredients
1baguette(about 1 pound or 450 grams)
2tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 450°F or 230°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.With a serrated bread knife, slice the baguette between ⅓-inch and ½-inch thick. To make larger slices slice the baguette diagonally.
Brush each slice with extra virgin olive oil on both sides. To reduce oil, brush one side only.Arrange the slices on the baking sheet without overlapping.
Bake at 450°F or 230°C for 7 minutes until crispy and golden. We like to bake our crostini only on one side because they get crunchy but not too hard.If you like crunchier crostini, turn them around and bake for another 5 minutes. Keep in mind that the crostini get dryer as they cool down.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and serve as is, with some brushed garlic on top, or with your favorite crostini topping.
Notes
See the dedicated "crostini toppings" chapter above the recipe box for a complete list of toppings. Nutrition information is an estimate for four crostini without toppings.