Homemade Crostini
Making crostini at home is so easy! They’re delicious with just a bit of olive oil or get creative with seasoning blends! They make a great addition to any charcuterie board or serve them with your favorite soup!
![toasted crostini on a baking sheet](https://simplymadedish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_6447-768x1024.jpeg)
- Serves: 8 (3-4 slices per person)
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-12 minutes
Ingredients:
- bakery bread such as a baguette
- olive oil
- optional:
- coarse salt
- garlic and herb seasoning
![a baguette next to olive oil on a cutting board on a counter](https://simplymadedish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_6393-768x1024.jpeg)
Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.
Step 1: Preheat oven to 400º F. Slice bread into slices at an angle. Brush or spray both sides with olive oil. Sprinkle on seasoning blend if using.
![a baguette being sliced on a cutting board with a bread knife](https://simplymadedish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_6394-768x1024.jpeg)
Place bread in a flat layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 6-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Crostinis should be crunchy and lightly browned.
![olive oil being brushed onto bread slices](https://simplymadedish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_6396-768x1024.jpeg)
![olive oil being sprayed on to bread slices](https://simplymadedish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_6397-768x1024.jpeg)
Alternative:
Make croutons by cutting bread into cubes. Follow all other instructions, but reduce baking time.
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Homemade Crostini
![toasted crostinis on a baking sheet](https://simplymadedish.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/IMG_6447-500x500.jpeg)
Ingredients
- 1 baguette
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- garlic ad herb seasoing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400º F. Slice bread into slices at an angle. Brush or spray both sides with olive oil. Sprinkle on seasoning blend if using.
- Place bread in a flat layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 6-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Crostinis should be crunchy and lightly browned.
Alternative:
- Make croutons by cutting bread into cubes. Follow all other instructions, but reduce baking time.
Nutrition
Disclaimer: All nutrition values are per serving and approximate. They will vary depending on products and quantities used.