Make your own fresh Crostini at home in three no-fuss steps, and you won’t believe how delicious, quick, and incredibly easy they are to make. You can add different dried herbs and spices to complement the flavor of the accompanying recipe.
These homemade crostini are so darn easy and perfect for so many appetizers. I love to serve them with so many of my dips and use them as croutons in my French onion soup.
They are dependable, delicious, and incredibly versatile. These little toasts only take about 5 minutes to prep and about 10 minutes to cook. They make the best finger food for parties. I love to serve them with shrimp dip and spinach artichoke dip.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Bread: baguettes are ideal, but an elongated crusty French bread will work
- Butter: unsalted or salted
- Seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, or dried herbs.
How to make Crostini
Start by slicing your day-old baguette into 1/3-1/2 inch thick slices with a serrated knife. In a small bowl, stir together the butter, olive oil, and garlic powder. Then, brush both sides of the bread with the butter mixture and place in a single layer on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper.
Bake in a preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until crisp. Store at room temperature in an airtight container or zipper bag for up to a week. Top with ingredients right before serving.
Preparation Tips
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and leave a little space between the crostinis so that the heat can brown the bread adequately.
- Cooking time will vary depending on the size and moisture content of the bread. One to two days old bread works well. You can also use fresh bread, although it takes a little longer to crisp it in the oven.
- For larger crostini, cut the bread diagonally with a serrated knife.
- There is no need to flip the toasts while baking. They will turn golden brown on both sides.
- Cook until crisp all the way through. To check this, I taste one. If it is not crispy all the way through, I cook it a few minutes longer.
Topping Ideas
Try different combinations of these ingredients to make a big, bold beautiful platter of appetizers.
- A sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese or Feta cheese
- Cream cheese, warm brie and jam, creamy goat cheese, herb cheese, or any spreadable cheese.
- Olives, cherry tomatoes, capers, salmon, strawberries, pears.
- Drizzle of honey, balsamic glaze, or fresh pesto.
- Bruschetta, hummus, or olive tapenade
Seasoning Variations
Of course, not all at once but maybe 2-3 to complement any cold or hot dip that you are serving them with.
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley or 1/2 tablespoon fresh parsley
- a touch of salt and fresh ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or 1/2 tablespoon fresh oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil or 1/2 tablespoon fresh basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- a couple pinches of crushed red pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Dip recipes to serve these with
Easy Crostini Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 day old baguette
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder see notes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cover baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cut bread into 1/3-1/2 inch thick slices using a serrated knife. In a small bowl stir together butter, olive oil and garlic powder. Brush both sides of the bread slices with butter mixture. Place on prepared baking sheet. Bake for
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
Notes
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper and leave a little space between the crostinis so that the heat can brown the bread adequately.
- Cooking time will vary depending on the size and moisture content of the bread. One to two days old bread works well. You can also use fresh bread, although it takes a little longer to crisp it in the oven.
- For larger crostini cut the bread on a diagonal with a serrated knife.
- There is no need to flip the toasts while baking. They will turn golden brown on both sides.
- Cook until crisp all the way through. To check this, I taste one. If it is not crispy all the way through, I cook it a few minutes longer.
Nutrition
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Michele
Delicious….perfect with tomato basil pizza dip
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Michele!
Yeah Lifestyle
I do love how crispy these turned out, and I can’t wait to try making them again for a party I am having over the weekend.
Rosey
It’s such a nice treat and so versatile. I do love this crostini recipe.
Tammy
I could honestly just snack on these plain. They look so good and delicious…perfect for dipping and so many toppings of course! So simple and easy love it!
Beth Pierce
Thanks! Enjoy!
Natasha Mairs
This looks really tasty and so easy to make. Will have to give this a go
Melissa Dixon
This looks amazing. Bread is one of those things that I struggle to not overeat. This looks so good I know I would overindulge, I may have to invite some people to dinner and make this for everyone so I can control myself. It looks so good!
Jupiter Hadley
I love a good crostini – you suggest topping it with olives! I normally food process the olives with a bit of garlic and a bit of balsamic – which is lovely.
Brianne
I’m making this super easy Crostini in our next get-together. It will surely please my friends!
Melissa Cushing
Love this!I make a killer Pimento Cheese & Bacon topped Crostini 😉 I am pinning this to try with 😉
AJ
These were so easy to make. We all really enjoyed them. I served them with your hot shrimp dip!
Kat
That was easier than I expected to make and turned out so tasty. You can pair it with so many dishes.
Beth Pierce
So true!
Beth Pierce
Thanks Kat!
Khushboo
It looks really so yummy. It looks really so easy to make. I will like to try this recipe soon.
Tammy
Yumm crostini for the win! It’s so easy to make and it’s a perfect appetizer (or snack)! I love trying all different toppings 😀
Beth Pierce
Me too! They are great for entertaining!
Rhian Westbury
I bought some of these from an Italian shop not that long ago. But they seem so easy to make I may need to try myself x
Melissa Dixon
Oh my this looks so good. I need to make this for my family. I know that they would all love it and it would be a hit!
Melanie E
These are so lovely to make for when you have guests over. They are quick and easy plus the topping variations means you can make a lovely range.
Beth Pierce
So true. They are great for entertaining!