Description
Caprese Crostini Ghosts are the ultimate Halloween treat that combines festive fun with fresh flavors. These delightful snacks feature crispy baguette slices topped with creamy mozzarella ghosts, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves, all drizzled with balsamic glaze. Perfect for entertaining, they are easy to assemble and guaranteed to impress your guests. Whether you’re hosting a spooky gathering or simply craving a delicious appetizer, these crostini will make your taste buds dance!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 crusty baguette (sliced into 16 half-inch pieces)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (sliced into ghost shapes)
- 1 cup ripe cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 1 garlic clove (halved)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet.
- Brush each slice lightly with olive oil and toast for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- While the bread cools, cut mozzarella into ghost shapes.
- Assemble by placing a mozzarella ghost on each toasted slice, topping with halved cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crostini (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg