52+ Showstopping Crostini Recipes to Make This Year
Check out more than 52 of the best crostini and bruschetta recipes — so you can have easy, seasonal appetizers for every week of the year! With summer, fall, winter, and spring ideas for toppings and combinations, you’l never get bored with these tasty toasts and canapés!
I can’t get enough of crostini appetizers — crunchy, tender, and salty bites of bread topped with creamy cheeses and any number of delicious toppings. The sky is truly the limit when it comes to topping tiny toasts!
RELATED: How to make crostini: Tips, Troubleshooting, and Toppings
To profess my love for all things toast, I’ve prepared an epic collection of more than 52 crostini and bruschetta recipes — one for every week of the year (and a few to spare)! From classic Italian toppings to creative fusion flavors, these delicious and seasonal recipes will blow your taste buds away.
Forget Taco Tuesday — Let’s make this the year of Toast Tuesday and enjoy unique, mouthwatering bites every week! Challenge accepted!
Crostini Recipes by Season
Browse delicious crostini recipes by season so you can take advantage of fresh seasonal produce and flavors!
Winter Crostini Recipes
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Crostini with Fig and Olive Tapenade and Walnuts
This velvety fig and olive tapenade makes an easy and elegant appetizer for a party or a date night in! You can pre-assemble it with cream cheese and walnuts on crostini or serve it spooned over cheese for guests to spread themselves.
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Antipasti Crostini
Antipasti Crostini is a fun Italian appetizer recipe made with salami, mozzarella cheese, olives, and more!
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Raisin Jam and Goat Cheese Crostini
Sweet and savory homemade raisin jam is paired with goat cheese and pomegranate seeds for an easy and unique crostini recipe.
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Brie and Cranberry Crostini Appetizer
This easy and quick to make appetizer is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas and throughout the holiday season.
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Honeyed Chorizo & Fig Crostini
This smoky-sweet Spanish appetizer recipe is guaranteed to be a hit at your next tapas party! Pair it with a fruity Spanish wine for a simple, elegant hors d’oeuvre that can be prepared in under 15 minutes!
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Winter Crostini with Mushrooms, Broccoli, and Hominy
This luxurious appetizer is sophisticated and divine with mushrooms, broccoli, and hominy kernels, cooked in wine, garlic, and butter. Piled on crusty crostini toast, this recipe makes a great addition to any holiday spread.
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Goat Cheese & Cherry Pepper Crostini with Sardines
Goat cheese & cherry pepper crostini with sardines is quick, easy, and calls for just seven ingredients!
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Pistachio, Feta and Pomegranate Crostini Recipe
Look no further than these colorful Pistachio, Feta and Pomegranate Crostini for a festive, colorful, and easy Christmas appetizer!
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Persimmon Goat Cheese Crostini
Take advantage of juicy, ripe persimmons with this goat cheese crostini topped with honey and candied walnuts!
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Crostini with Scallops and Avocado
In this recipe, scallops are sautéed to perfection and placed on top of crunchy crostini spread with avocado. A drizzling of balsamic glaze really takes the flavor over the top!
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Prosciutto & Brie Crostini with Dried Apricots
France meets Italy in this simple prosciutto & brie crostini recipe that packs a flavorful, sweet-and-salty punch. With only a handful of ingredients, they’re perfect party bites for entertaining that are easy enough to make last minute.
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Indian Dabeli Bruschetta
A delicious take on an Indian street food classic; this Dabeli Bruschetta recipe uses spiced potato and an array of toppings on toasted sourdough bread.
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Bourbon Bacon Jam Crostini
Toasted crostini topped with creamy brie cheese and a sweet and savory bourbon, and brown sugar bacon jam creates the perfect appetizer.
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Prosciutto Crostini with Goat Cheese & Caramelized Onions
Try this quick and impressive prosciutto crostini with goat cheese, caramelized onions, and spinach. The perfect appetizer for parties!
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Bruschetta with Citrus Roasted Olives and Burrata
Serve up flavorful bruschetta with citrus roasted olives and burrata for your dining pleasure. Every last bite is full of creamy, briny, crunchy deliciousness!
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Spring Crostini Recipes
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Sweet Pea Ricotta Crostini
Sweet Pea Ricotta Crostini are a delicious way to celebrate spring peas! Just dollop a lemony ricotta cheese spread onto baguette toasts then top with crisp-tender peas and fresh herbs.
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Spinach Artichoke and Smoked Salmon Crostini
Topped with a vibrant slice of smoked salmon on a crispy piece of crostini, these spinach artichoke crostini with smoked salmon are sure to be a hit! The rich, creamy flavor of artichoke spinach dip with a summery lemon tang makes a perfect warm-weather appetizer. You can make everything in 30 minutes, or dip and crostini can be made separately in advance!
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Edible Flower and Herb Crostini
Spring crostini toast appetizers are gorgeous finger food for Easter, bridal shower teas, or Mother’s Day and have edible flowers and herbs!
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Watermelon Radish and Goat Cheese Crostini
Watermelon Radish and Goat Cheese Crostini are crunchy little toasts covered with a creamy goat cheese and thin slices of watermelon radish shaped flowers.
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Toasted Baguette with Seafood Spread
Make this easy delicious Seafood Appetizer to serve with crusty baguettes. This creamy Shrimp and Crab spread will be everyone’s favorite party appetizer!
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Wild Mushroom and Leek Crostini
Need a quick, easy holiday appetizer? Wild Mushroom and Leek Crostini with peppered goat cheese is a make-ahead hors d’oeuvres you’ll love.
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Fresh Berry Crostini With Sweet Lemon Ricotta
The best appetizers all check the same three boxes: easy, healthy, and delicious. Our Fresh Berry Crostini recipe definitely fits the bill.
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Steak + Burrata Bruschetta
Steak + Burrata Bruschetta makes a wonderful burrata appetizer any time of year. In this recipe, store bought focaccia or homemade bread is sliced, griddled, rubbed with garlic, topped with burrata cheese, flat iron steak, then, drizzled with a chunky garlic-parsley-chili sauce. Easy to prepare and a great way to use steak leftovers. Get ready to dig in!
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10-Minute Whipped Ricotta Crostini
This Whipped Ricotta Crostini is comprised of crunchy toasted bread with velvety seasoned ricotta, honey, and fresh herbs on top! Ready in just ten minutes.
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Grilled Asparagus & Whipped Ricotta Toast
This simple Asparagus Toast recipe is lemon Whipped Ricotta on grilled bread topped with asparagus, fresh herbs & balsamic glaze!
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Simple Fava Bean Crostini
Fava Bean Crostini are the perfect vegetarian appetizer featuring a simple combination of fresh fava beans, cheese, olive oil, and basil.
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Summer Crostini Recipes
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Summer Peach and Heirloom Tomato Caprese Crostini
Adding ripe, juicy summer peaches to a classic heirloom tomato caprese bruschetta is a delicious twist on these crostini appetizers! In this easy recipe, peach and tomato slices are topped with buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil, and balsamic vinegar reduction – perfect snack bites for parties!
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Mixed Fruit Breakfast Crostini
Who says crostini are just for dinner? These mixed fruit crostini are fun, colorful, ultra-quick to assemble, and perfect for breakfast!
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Burrata Bruschetta with Tomato Basil Topping
This easy-to-make Burrata Bruschetta with a fresh marinated tomato basil topping is the ultimate summer appetizer! Absolutely delicious!
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Zucchini Lemon Ricotta Crostini
Zucchini Lemon Ricotta Crostini is a fresh, light appetizer recipe for summer. Baguette bread is topped with an herbed lemon cheese and zucchini.
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Copycat Mellow Mushroom Bruschetta Recipe
This restaurant-style copycat Mellow Mushroom Bruschetta Recipe is fresh, flavorful, and ridiculously easy appetizer to whip up at home!
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Grilled Zucchini Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta + Mint
This recipe for Grilled Zucchini Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta and Mint is an easy summer appetizer that can be made in just 25 minutes!
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Peach Bruschetta Crostini
Peach bruschetta crostini is a simple yet delicious summer appetizer. Toasted French bread slices are topped with creamy brie cheese, farmers market peaches, basil and honey.
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Blueberry Goat Cheese Crostini Appetizer
This divine Blueberry Goat Cheese Crostini is the easiest summer appetizer to make! Softened goat cheese is topped with a homemade blueberry mixture and fresh thyme for the perfect savory bite.
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Brie and Beer-Soaked Cherry Bruschetta by The Redhead Baker
In this decadent recipe, toasted baguette slices are topped with melted brie, beer-soaked cherries and fresh thyme.
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Crostini Canapés with Goat Cheese & Roasted Peppers
Yellow, orange, and red peppers are roasted, marinated, and served with goat cheese for these delicious crostini appetizers. This easy canapé recipe is a tasty option for entertaining a crowd.
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Blueberry Ricotta Crostini
Ricotta crostini with blueberries, walnuts, thyme, and honey is an unexpected and delightful appetizer perfect for serving with wine and cheese!
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Eggplant Bruschetta
Roasted eggplant bruschetta is a perfect appetizer for your summer garden party, picnic or weeknight meal. Plus, it comes together in just 20 minutes!
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Mediterranean Crostini
Mediterranean Crostini makes a delicious appetizer or snack. Slices of baguette bread is toasted and topped with your favorite hummus and fresh vegetables.
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Roast Tomato and Pesto Crostini with Balsamic Glaze Drizzle
Pesto Crostini with Roast Tomatoes and Balsamic Glaze – the combination of flavors in this easy appetizer recipe is out of this world! Give it a try!
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Honey Roasted Plum Crostini with Burrata + Prosciutto
This recipe for Honey Roasted Plum Crostini with Burrata + Prosciutto is an easy summer appetizer! Sweet, salty, creamy, crunchy, and just so delicious!
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Fall Crostini Recipes
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Blue Cheese and Steak Crostini with Blueberry and Caramelized Onion Jam
Blue cheese and flank steak crostini topped with blueberry balsamic and caramelized onion jam are hearty and savory with just a touch of sweetness! Try these easy, decadent appetizers for your next gathering!
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Fig and Goat Cheese Crostini with Prosciutto
This easy to make fig crostini with goat cheese and prosciutto is a guaranteed guest favorite at your next gathering!
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Pan Roasted Saffron Tomato Crostini with Labneh
Sweet, saffron and butter flavored tomatoes top tangy labneh in this roasted saffron tomato crostini. Creamy, salty, sweet, crunchy, and delicious, it’s a simple yet elegant appetizer.
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Easy, Cheesy Creole Shrimp Toasts
This recipe for Cheesy Creole Shrimp Toast checks all of the boxes; it’s quick and easy to make, it can be made ahead of time, and best of all, it tastes incredible.
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Blue Cheese Spread Crostini with Roasted Grapes
Check out the amazing sweet & savory flavors in this recipe for whipped blue cheese crostini with roasted grapes. Add a drizzle of balsamic or honey for the ultimate easy appetizer.
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Butternut Squash Crostini
The most flavorful butternut squash appetizer you’ll ever have, these crostini are topped with ricotta cheese, shallots, roasted butternut squash, and fresh herbs. They’re easy to make ahead and make the perfect appetizer or snack, especially for the holidays!
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Butternut Squash Crostini with Goat Cheese and Fig Glaze
Butternut Squash Crostini with Goat Cheese, fig balsamic glaze, and crispy sage leaves is a delicious appetizer or snack and is easy to make gluten free. Done in 40 mins!
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Tomato & Lentil Breakfast Bruschetta
Tomato & Lentil Breakfast Bruschetta topped with scrambled eggs, fresh tomatoes, and hearty mixed lentils. This delicious and healthy breakfast recipe is perfect for a balanced breakfast, brunch with friends, a wholesome snack, or a savory appetizer!
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Rustic Fig Prosciutto Gorgonzola Crostini
Fig Prosciutto Gorgonzola Crostini are quick and simple to prepare and taste superb. This classic combination of flavors is a winner.
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Mushroom Bruschetta With Balsamic & Thyme
This mushroom bruschetta recipe is a twist on this classic appetizer. Balsamic glazed chestnut mushrooms seasoned with earthy time top garlicky sourdough toasts.
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Red Caviar Toasts
These Red Caviar Toasts with Salmon Roe have just 3 ingredients and are super easy to make. An impressive, delicious, fancy-pants appetizer.
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White Bean Bruschetta
Vegan White Bean Bruschetta is a delicious Italian starter. Thick slices of toasted rye sourdough bread are topped with White Kidney beans, sun-dried cherry tomatoes, green pesto, and extra virgin olive oil. Creamy Cannellini beans lend a nutty, earthy flavor while lashings of extra virgin olive oil add a fruity aroma.
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Crostini with Brie and Fresh Blackberries
For an easy and elegant appetizer, serve freshly baked crostini with some good brie and fresh, juicy blackberries.
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Creamy Mushroom Pâté Crostini
Creamy and flavorful mushroom pate served on top of crunchy crostini is a perfect party appetizer!
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Apple, Honey and Blue Cheese Crostini with Fresh Thyme
Oh glorious apple season! There are so many varieties of apples available during this time of year…it’s heavenly!
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Pear and Goat Cheese Crostini
Pear and goat cheese crostini are an easy appetizer ready in 20 minutes!
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FAQs, Tips & Tricks
Can I make crostini in advance?
You sure can! Prepping and freezing a bunch of crostini in advance is a great way to have easy weekly appetizers without the fuss!
Simply slice a fresh baguette, brush with a little olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Freeze your crostini on a baking sheet for about an hour, then throw them in a zip-top bag to freeze until solid. When you’re ready to use them, just take out the number of bread slices you need and bake according to the recipe.
What’s the difference between crostini and bruschetta?
Crostini (“little crusts” in Italian) are small slices of bread toasted or baked in the oven, while bruschetta is a large slice of bread rubbed with garlic and grilled to perfection. You’d typically be served many crostini but only one or two slices of bruschetta.
Read more about crostini vs. bruschetta here.
What do I need to make crostini?
Homemade crostini and bruschetta are super simple to make and just involve a few simple ingredients.
How do I make crostini?
Simply slice Italian or French bread with a sharp serrated knife and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Use a pastry brush to brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Then bake until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
For the full recipe and troubleshooting tips, check out my post on how to make crostini.
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