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Caprese Crostini Ghosts

Delightful Caprese Crostini Ghosts for a Spooky Halloween Bite

Enjoy these Caprese Crostini Ghosts, a spooky vegetarian appetizer sure to impress at Halloween gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 12 crostini
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crostini Base
  • 1 loaf Fresh Baguette Cut into uniform 1/2-inch diagonal slices
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Lightly drizzle to enhance flavor and crispiness
For the Ghostly Topping
  • 8 ounces Fresh Whole-Milk Mozzarella Chill before slicing for easy shaping
  • 1 cup Campari Tomatoes Juicy topping, grape tomatoes work for a twist
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1/2 cup Pesto Adds a herby burst of flavor
For Decoration
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze Thicker glazes are ideal for creating spooky ghost faces

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Cookie Cutter
  • Knife

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Caprese Crostini Ghosts
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to achieve a golden-brown crust.
  2. Chill the mozzarella in the freezer for about 10 minutes to firm it up for slicing.
  3. Slice the baguette into uniform 1/2-inch diagonal pieces and arrange on a baking sheet.
  4. Drizzle the baguette slices with olive oil and bake for 8 to 9 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Use a ghost-shaped cookie cutter to cut shapes from the mozzarella.
  6. Spread 1 teaspoon of pesto on each toasted baguette slice.
  7. Top each crostini with a mozzarella ghost and a slice of campari tomato.
  8. Drizzle balsamic glaze over each ghost to create spooky faces.
  9. Serve immediately on a decorative platter while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble crostini right before serving for best crunch. Store components separately if preparing ahead.

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