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    Oh My Veggies » Vegetarian Recipes » Vegetarian Appetizers

    DIY Crostini Bar

    Published: Dec 28, 2015 · by Nicole · Updated: Jan 19, 2023 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    DIY crostini bar

    This DIY Crostini Bar is perfect for your next party - just slice some bread, lay out some toppings, and let everyone make their own appetizers!

    DIY crostini bar

    I am one of those people who absolutely love to entertain. However, I hate being stuck in the kitchen—I want to be out there mingling with family and friends! This is where the DIY Crostini Bar comes in.

    You can have everything for the crostinis prepped and set up before your guests arrive. And once the party starts, your guests can serve themselves, and you can relax and enjoy!

    Plus, having your own homemade crostini bar is also just kind of fun. There are so many different toppings that you can include as part of the spread. And your guests can pick and choose based on their own tastes. It’s a win-win!

    With New Year’s Eve and the Super Bowl both around the corner, now is the perfect time to give these crostinis a try.

    DIY Crostini Bar collage of different areas of the table

    How to Make DIY Crostini Bar

    You can really get creative with your ideas for a crostini bar, but here are our suggestions to get you started.

    Toasted Bread

    To toast your bread, slice a baguette into ½-¾ inch thick slices, arrange slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and lightly brush or spray each slice with some olive oil. Bake bread slices in the oven at 400°F for about 10–15 minutes or until toasted and golden brown. Make sure to keep an eye on them so they don’t burn!

    Mild Spreads

    Mild spreads will help your crostini toppings stay on top of your bread slices. For the base spread, I like to offer at least two options. Some of my favorites are a white bean spread, plain hummus, or some ricotta cheese mixed with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper.

    Toppings (Lots!)

    The sky’s the limit for topping ideas, but I like to have at least one or two options from each of the following categories:

    • Roasted Veggies—Brussels sprouts, tomatoes, a seasonal medley
    • Sliced Raw Veggies—green onions, radishes, cucumbers, fresh herbs
    • Jams or Chutneys—anything goes, both sweet and savory
    • Fresh and Dried Fruit—sliced apple, sliced pear, dried figs, dried cranberries
    • Cheese—crumbled goat cheese, grated parmesan
    • Nuts—sliced almonds, pine nuts, smoked nuts, candied nuts
    • Briny/Salty Options—sliced roasted red peppers, pickled veggies, olive tapenade, pesto
    • Garnishes to Drizzle—honey, maple syrup, balsamic glaze
    crostinis on a crostini bar

    Another perk of a crostini bar is that the whole spread can be as homemade (or not) as you like. Most of the components can be easily store bought or made from scratch—the choice is completely up to you!

    And if you love this crostini bar, be sure to check out this DIY Pasta Bar and these other easy party appetizer ideas.

    crostinis on a crostini bar

    Easy Crostini Bar (Perfect for Parties!)

    This DIY Crostini Bar is perfect for your next party - just slice some bread, lay out some toppings, and let everyone make their own appetizers!
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Italian
    Diet: Vegetarian
    Keyword: crostini bar, crostini bar for party, make a crostini bar, toppings for a crostini bar
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 110kcal
    Author: Oh My Veggies

    Equipment

    • Baking tray
    • Parchment paper
    • Large cutting board or other serving tray

    Ingredients

    • 12 oz baguette or store bought crostini breads
    • olive oil for brushing the crostinis

    Toppings (pick your favorites!)

    • hummus or white bean spread
    • roasted veggies such as brussels sprouts, tomatoes, or a seasonal medley
    • sliced raw veggies such as green onions, radishes, or cucumbers
    • chopped fresh herbs
    • jam or chutney sweet or savory
    • fresh or dried fruits
    • cheeses crumbled goat cheese, grated parmesan
    • nuts almonds, pine nuts, candied nuts
    • sliced roasted red peppers
    • pickled vegetables
    • olive tapenade
    • pesto
    • honey or maple syrup
    • balsamic glaze
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    Instructions

    Make the Crostini Toasts

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • Slice a baguette into ½" slices. Arrange slices on the baking sheet and lightly brush each side with olive oil. Bake for 10-15 minutes, flipping them over halfway, until toasted and golden brown.

    Assemble Crostini Bar

    • Arrange the toasted bread slices and your favorite toppings on a large cutting board, and serve!

    Notes

    Nutrition facts are for ⅛ of the baguette.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gSodium: 263mgPotassium: 53mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg
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