Description
Learn how to make the perfect crostini—oven-baked to golden, crunchy perfection, ready to be topped with all your favorite ingredients. Whether for appetizers, snacks, or entertaining, these crostini are a versatile and delicious base.
Ingredients
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1 crusty baguette
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2-3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (or as needed)
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Flaky sea salt (as needed)
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1-2 cloves of garlic (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan forced) / 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with baking paper. -
Slice the baguette:
Slice the baguette on a slight diagonal into roughly 1cm (⅖ – ½ inch) thick slices. (See notes if you prefer thinner slices.) -
Prepare the crostini:
Brush each side of the baguette slices lightly with olive oil and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. -
Bake the crostini:
Sprinkle a little flaky sea salt over each slice, then bake for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
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Optional garlic rub:
For an extra burst of flavor, rub the hot crostini with a cut garlic clove after baking. Simply peel the garlic and rub the cut side over the toasts.
Notes
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Thinner slices: If you prefer thinner crostini, slice the baguette thinner and adjust the baking time accordingly.
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Storage: Store leftover crostini in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 60Kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg