What kind of bread is best for crostini?

A classic French baguette is absolutely perfect for making crostini! It has a wonderful, crusty exterior and a soft interior that holds up beautifully to grilling or toasting. You want to slice it at a slight angle to give yourself a nice, long surface area for all those delicious toppings.

Can I make crostini ahead of time?

You can definitely prep the components ahead of time! You can grill or toast your baguette slices a day in advance and store them in an airtight container at room temperature. However, you should wait to assemble the crostini with the ricotta, peaches, and prosciutto until right before serving so the bread stays perfectly crisp and doesn't get soggy.

Do I have to grill the bread for crostini?

Not at all! While grilling the bread adds a gorgeous, slightly smoky flavor and beautiful char marks, you can easily toast the crostini in the oven. Just brush the slices with a little olive oil and bake them at 400°F (200°C) for about 8 to 10 minutes until they are golden and crispy.

How do you serve crostini at a party?

Crostini are the ultimate party food! Arrange them on a beautiful wooden charcuterie board or a large serving platter. They are fantastic because they can be served at room temperature, meaning you don't have to stress about keeping them warm while your guests mingle.

15-Minute Peach And Prosciutto Crostini (Best Appetizer!)

Peach and Prosciutto Crostini

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Author: Maya
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 20 crostini
Category: Appetizer

Ingredients

1 large French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
2-3 ripe peaches, thinly sliced
1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
4 oz prosciutto, torn into smaller strips
1/4 cup honey, for drizzling
1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced (chiffonade)
2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing bread)
Optional: Fresh lemon juice and flaky sea salt

Instructions

Preheat your grill to medium heat or your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Brush both sides of the baguette slices lightly with olive oil.
Grill or bake the bread for about 2 minutes per side until golden and slightly charred. Let cool slightly.
Spread a layer of ricotta cheese onto each toasted slice.
Top the cheese with a strip of prosciutto and a slice of fresh peach.
Drizzle a small amount of honey over the top of each crostini.
Garnish with fresh basil and a tiny squeeze of lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately!

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