20 Easy Crostini Ideas That Are Small in Size but Big on Taste

Ever been to a party with fancy little toasts piled high with yummy stuff? Those are crostini! They're super easy to make at home - just toast up some crusty bread and pile on the flavor.

The best part? You can top crostini with almost anything! We've got 20 ideas to get you started, from fresh and cheesy to savory and sweet. So skip the boring chips and impress your friends with these tasty bites!

Easy Crab Crostini Recipe

Impress your guests with this simple and tasty crab crostini recipe. You can create a delicious appetizer for any occasion with just a few ingredients. It’s finger food at its best. Get the recipe.

Crostini with Cream Cheese and Olive Tapenade

Healthy whole grain baguette is toasted until crispy, rubbed with aromatic garlic and topped with mouthwatering and sophisticated combo of whipped cream cheese and Kalamata olive tapenade. Who can refuse such a yummy treat? Get the recipe.

Crostini with Brie and Fruit Spread

A combination of savory and tangy Brie cheese with sweet fruit spread creates a mouthwatering appetizer that everyone will love. Get the recipe.

Bruschetta with Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

If you're looking for a very best crowd-pleasing appetizer for birthday party,  Thanksgiving or Christmas, you can count on this Basil Pesto Bruschetta to deliver. Easy to make and absolutely delicious! Get the recipe.

Roasted Plum Crostini with Burrata + Prosciutto

This recipe for Honey Roasted Plum Crostini with Burrata + Prosciutto is an easy summer appetizer! Sweet, salty, creamy, crunchy, and just so delicious! Get the recipe.

Crostini with Scallops and Avocado

This Crostini with Scallops and Avocado is the perfect appetizer for all your holiday parties.  The scallops are sauteed to perfection and placed on top of crunchy crostini spread with avocado.  A drizzling of balsamic syrup really takes the flavor over the top. Get the recipe.

Brussels Sprout Crostini

Brussels Sprout Crostini! Lemon-White Bean Spread topped with charred Brussels sprouts and dried cranberry salad. A must-make for the holidays! Get the recipe.

Mushroom and Goat Cheese Crostini

This easy and elegant appetizer for Roasted Mushroom Goat Cheese crostini is perfect for entertaining, especially around the holidays. Get the recipe.

Sandwiches with Labneh, Tomatoes and Beets

Unique combination of Lebanese cream cheese, roasted tomatoes and beets makes these open-faced sandwiches a perfect appetizer for your next party or gathering. Get the recipe.

Steak and Shiitake Mushroom Bruschetta

This steak and shiitake mushroom bruschetta crostini is a really tasty canapé. Since the steak and mushrooms are served on toasted bread, it’s a handy finger food option for parties. Get the recipe.

Grilled Zucchini Bruschetta with Ricotta and Mint

This recipe for Grilled Zucchini Bruschetta with Whipped Ricotta and Mint is an easy appetizer that takes just 25 minutes to make. Get the recipe.

Fava Bean Crostini 

Creamy, lemony fava bean puree tops crispy toasted bread and finished with sharp, salty Pecorino cheese, and fresh mint. It's simple, seasonal and soo delicious. Get the recipe.

Artichoke Tomato Bruschetta

If you’ve been looking for a delicious appetizer that’s perfect for the holidays, then this artichoke tomato bruschetta is probably it. It’s the perfect combination of an oven-toasted baguette with the tangy sweetness of tomatoes, the earthy flavor of artichokes, and the creamy richness of goat cheese. Plus, it can be ready in less than 25 minutes! Get the recipe.

Mexican Street Corn Crostini

Mexican Street Corn Crostini is a delicious appetizer that pairs perfectly with margaritas! Get the recipe.

Bruschetta with Mozzarella 

There is nothing quite like the classic flavor combination of sweet tomatoes with fresh basil and mozzarella. Allow this winning flavor trio to marinate with a bit of olive oil, balsamic, and garlic, serve on slices of rustic toasted gluten-free bread, and you’ll have a simple bruschetta with mozzarella appetizer that everyone will love and devour. Just 30 minutes start to finish! Get the recipe.

Sautéed Asparagus Tartine Recipe

Is it an open faced sandwich or a tartine recipe? Does it matter? No, because it’s DELICIOUS! This asparagus tartine is slightly fancy without the fuss, and ready in just 25 minutes. Get the recipe.

Balsamic Pickled Shiitake Crostini

These shiitake crostini have been pickled in balsamic rice vinegar and paired with a creamy basil pesto ricotta spread for the perfect toasty bite. Get the recipe.

Crostini with Fig & Prosciutto

A quick and easy appetizer for your dinner guests to enjoy before any meal or holiday gathering. This crostini has a taste profile that is a little sweet, salty, and savory and so very TASTY! Only 10 minutes to prepare! Get the recipe.

Tomato Bruschetta with Parma Ham

Preparing the Italian classic, tomato bruschetta, is an easy little dish that is an excellent starter or canapé for any occasion. Get the recipe.

Roasted Grape and Jalapeño Sweet Potato Crostini

These roasted sweet potato crostini are topped with vegan friendly jalapeño havarti style cheese, roasted grapes and caramelized onions. Finished with sea salt and micro greens, they’re an appetizer everyone can enjoy! Get the recipe.