Parmesan Crusted Crostini

Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 20 mins

Introduction

Looking for the ultimate bite-sized appetiser or party snack? This crostini recipe delivers the perfect balance of crunch and creaminess. Each slice of bread is baked into a crispy base, coated in golden parmesan, and topped with creamy burrata, sundried tomato and basil. They’re simple to make, but look and taste like something straight off a restaurant menu. Whether you are entertaining or just treating yourself, these cheese crostini are guaranteed to disappear fast.

Ingredients

½ White Breadstick
1 cup grated parmesan
Olive oil spray
150g burrata
12 sundried tomato slices
Basil bunch
1 tsp cracked pepper

Method

Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius

Cut breadstick into 12 slices

Line an oven proof dish with baking paper and evenly scatter the parmesan

Place each slice of the breadstick onto the parmesan and spray the bread lightly with olive oil

Place in the oven for 18-20 minutes or until parmesan is golden and bread is crispy

Remove from the oven, lift up the bread from the tray and break up into pieces (as per the video)

Top each parmesan crostini with 1 tsp of burrata, sundried tomato slice and basil leaf

Top with cracked pepper and enjoy!

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White Breadstick

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FAQs

Crostini are small slices of toasted or baked bread, typically topped with savoury ingredients. The name means little crusts in Italian, and they’re often served as appetisers. In this recipe, the bread is baked onto a bed of parmesan, creating a crisp cheesy base that pairs perfectly with creamy burrata and tangy sundried tomato. It’s a fresh take on a traditional Italian snack.

Crostini can be served hot or cold, depending on the toppings. The base is usually toasted or baked, and can be made in advance. Toppings like cheeses, spreads or fresh herbs can go on just before serving. These cheese crostini are best served slightly warm to enjoy the melted parmesan and contrast with the cool, creamy burrata on top.

Crostini toppings can be as versatile as you want them to be! Popular options include creamy cheeses like goat’s cheese or ricotta, fresh tomato and basil, prosciutto, olives or roasted vegetables. In this recipe, we use burrata for creaminess, sundried tomatoes for richness, and basil for a fresh, aromatic finish. Crack of pepper over the top ties it all together.

Ingredients