Crispy Caprese Crostini Ghosts for a Spooktacular Halloween

Delightful Caprese Crostini Ghosts are quick and easy to prepare, perfect for Halloween celebrations!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 9

Total Time 19

Servings: 4 appetizers

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crostini

1 loaf Fresh Baguette Slice into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Drizzle lightly for flavor

For the Filling

8 ounces Fresh Whole-Milk Mozzarella Freeze for 10 minutes to slice
1 cup Campari Tomatoes Juicy and flavorful
1/4 cup Pesto Try sun-dried tomato pesto for variation

For the Decoration

2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze For creating ghost faces

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper
Cookie cutter

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your baking sheet and parchment paper.
Place mozzarella in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm it up for easy slicing.
Slice the fresh baguette into 1/2-inch diagonal slices and arrange on a baking sheet.
Drizzle the baguette slices with olive oil and bake for 8-9 minutes until golden brown.
Remove mozzarella from the freezer and cut into 1/4-inch planks using a ghost-shaped cookie cutter.
Spread pesto on each toasted baguette slice, top with mozzarella ghosts and halved tomatoes.
Drizzle balsamic glaze over mozzarella to create ghostly expressions.
Serve immediately on a platter to maintain crispy texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Assemble crostini just before serving to keep them crispy. If mozzarella is too soft, freeze again for cleaner cuts.

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