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mozzarella and tomato crostini

February 21, 2022 by Meg Leave a Comment

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When you bite into this crispy mozzarella and tomato crostini, it's going to be a melty delight! These crostinis are outrageously good, perfect for a quick lunch or to serve your guests at a dinner party!

A close up view of Hot tomato and mozzarella crostinis prepped for baking on an aluminum baking sheet with tomatoes and basil for garnish.

I know late winter can be a weird time. Today the temperature was 70 degrees and we were outside in t-shirts. Tomorrow will bring a slew of below-freezing days. Just because the season is acting erratically, doesn't mean I can't eat like spring is here!

Enter, these delightful crostinis.

When I bite into these simple crostinis, it makes me feel like fresh garden vegetables are vine-ripe and here to stay. To make these little mini sandwiches, I used my basic sourdough bread recipe and shaped it into two long baguettes. I used leftover Caprese Salad for my toppings! From there, I add a torn mozzarella ball and several fresh cherry tomatoes. Once it gets a little olive oil drizzle, I bake it until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned. Top it with fresh ground pepper, sea salt and torn basil. YUM

Hot tomato and mozzarella crostinis fresh from the oven on an aluminum baking sheet with tomatoes and basil for garnish.

What is the difference between crostini and bruschetta?

Short answer, not that much. Crostini means "little toasts" in Italian. A crostini could be anything from toast to a crouton. Bruschetta comes from the Italian word bruscare, meaning "to roast over coals." It refers to thicker sliced bread, commonly known as garlic bread.

What is a crostini made of?

A crostini is traditionally made from a long and thin baguette. It is sliced thin, then drizzled with olive oil, salt and pepper and toasted until crispy. Pesto and marinara are common toppings, as are fresh herbs or vegetables. Oftentimes, a crostini recipe will include parmesan or mozzarella cheeses.

Ingredients for crostini, including a bowl o tomatoes and mozzarella, a baguette and some cheese.

Ingredients for mozzarella and tomato crostini

sourdough baguette, sliced thin

cherry tomatoes, sliced in half

mozzarella balls, torn

Fresh basil, torn or ribbon-sliced

extra virgin olive oil

sea salt and fresh ground pepper

Hot tomato and mozzarella crostinis prepped for baking on an aluminum baking sheet with tomatoes and basil for garnish.


how to make mozzarella and tomato crostini


Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the slices of sourdough bread on the baking sheet and top each with torn mozarella, several halves of tomato and a drizzle of olive oil. The crostini is ready when the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the bread are crispy, about ten minutes. Remove from the oven. Garnish with fresh herbs, sea salt and fresh ground pepper. Serve it hot!

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Hot tomato and mozzarella crostinis fresh from the oven on an aluminum baking sheet with tomatoes and basil for garnish.
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mozzarella and tomato crostini

When you bite into this crispy mozzarella and tomato crostini, it's going to be a melty delight! These crostinis are outrageously good, perfect for a quick lunch or to serve your guests at a dinner party!
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time15 mins
Servings: 8 people
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • parchment lined baking sheet

Ingredients

  • baguette 8 slices
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup mozzarella balls roughly torn
  • fresh basil ribbon-sliced
  • olive oil extra virgin
  • sea salt and fresh ground pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the slices of sourdough bread on the baking sheet and top each with torn mozarella, several halves of tomato and a drizzle of olive oil.
  • Bake until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted, about ten minutes. Remove from the oven. Garnish with fresh herbs, sea salt and fresh ground pepper. Serve it hot!
Affectionately yours, Meg
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