Crostini bases are usually linked with savory appetizers, but they can also serve as sophisticated and chic dessert options. Here are a few crostini base dessert ideas that would be wonderful for house parties:
1. Choco-Hazelnut and Strawberry Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Chocolate Hazelnut Spread
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- Chopped hazelnuts for garnish
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices until they are perfectly crispy.
- Spread a layer of Nutella on each slice.
- Top with sliced strawberries and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts.
2. Mascarpone and Raspberry Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Mascarpone cheese
- Fresh raspberries
- Honey for drizzling
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices until golden.
- Spread a layer of mascarpone on each slice.
- Place fresh raspberries on top and drizzle with honey.
3. Brie and Poached Pear Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Brie cheese
- Poached pears (poach in sugar, water, and a hint of cinnamon)
- Chopped walnuts for garnish
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread a slice of Brie on each crostini.
- Top with a slice of poached pear and sprinkle with chopped walnuts.
- 4. Lemon Ricotta and Blueberry Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Ricotta cheese mixed with a touch of lemon zest
- Fresh blueberries
- Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread a layer of lemon-infused ricotta on each slice.
- Add fresh blueberries on top and garnish with mint leaves.
5. Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Dark chocolate ganache (melted dark chocolate with a bit of cream)
- Sea salt flakes
- Sliced almonds for crunch
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread a layer of dark chocolate ganache on each slice.
- Sprinkle it with sea salt flakes and top with sliced almonds.
6. Mango Tango Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Cream cheese
- Fresh mango slices
- Mint leaves for garnish
- Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread cream cheese on each crostini.
- Top with fresh mango slices and garnish with mint leaves.
7. Caramel Apple Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Cream cheese
- Caramel sauce
- Thinly sliced apples
- Crushed pecans for garnish
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread cream cheese on each crostini.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce, add sliced apples, and sprinkle with crushed pecans.
Here are some unconventional crostini-based desserts that can add a surprising and lovely touch to your house parties:
1. Goat Cheese and Lavender Honey Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Goat cheese
- Lavender honey
- Edible flowers for garnish
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread a layer of goat cheese on each crostini.
- Drizzle with lavender honey and garnish with edible flowers.
2. Balsamic Strawberry and Basil Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Balsamic reduction
- Fresh strawberries, thinly sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Drizzle balsamic reduction on each crostini.
- Layer with thinly sliced strawberries and top with fresh basil.
3. Whipped Feta and Fig Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Whipped feta cheese
- Fresh figs, sliced
- Drizzle of honey
- Crushed pistachios for garnish
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread whipped feta on each crostini.
- Top with sliced figs, drizzle honey and sprinkle crushed pistachios.
4. Ricotta, Prosciutto, and Balsamic Date Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Ricotta cheese
- Prosciutto slices
- Balsamic-infused dates, chopped
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread ricotta on each crostini.
- Add a slice of prosciutto and top with chopped balsamic dates.
5. Smoked Salmon and Wasabi Cream Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Cream cheese mixed with wasabi
- Smoked salmon slices
- Chives for garnish
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread wasabi-infused cream cheese on each crostini.
- Top with smoked salmon and garnish with chopped chives.
6. Blue Cheese and Caramelized Pear Crostini:
Ingredients:
- Baguette slices
- Blue cheese
- Caramelized pears (cooked in butter and brown sugar)
- Chopped walnuts for garnish
Instructions:
- Toast the baguette slices.
- Spread blue cheese on each crostini.
- Top with caramelized pears and sprinkle chopped walnuts.