Cherry Tomato Basil Crostini

A fresh and playful appetizer that looks as good as it tastes. Crispy baguette slices are brushed with olive oil, baked to golden perfection, then layered with creamy garlic aioli. Topped with juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a touch of chive for detail, these crostini resemble little cherry clusters—perfect for summer gatherings or a colorful starter.

Cherry Tomato Basil Crostini

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Cuisine

Italian

Servings

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

8-10 minutes

Author

Lauren Hayes

Ingredients

1 baguette, sliced into rounds
Extra virgin olive oil for drizzle
Garlic aioli (store-bought or homemade)
Organic cherry tomatoes (halved if large)
Fresh chives
Fresh basil leaves
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Prep the Bread

Slice the baguette into ½-inch rounds and place on a baking sheet.

Drizzle and bake

Brush lightly with olive oil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, or until golden and crisp.

Spread the base

Once cooled slightly, spread each slice with garlic aioli.

Top with tomatoes

Place two cherry tomatoes on each slice to form a “cherry pair.”

Add the greens

Use a small piece of chive for the stem and a basil leaf for the garnish, arranging them like cherry leaves.

Finish and serve

Season lightly with salt and pepper, a drizzle of EVOO then serve fresh. Buon Appetito!

Recipe Note

You can sub garlic aioli for garlic herb Boursin cheese as well.

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Cherry Tomato Basil Crostini