A Cozy Holiday Crostini Trio
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If there were ever a season for easy, elegant nibbles, it’s right now. Between holiday parties, last-minute drop-ins, and the cozy nights when you just want something special with a glass of wine, these crostini are my go-to. They’re simple, pretty, and—best of all—they use ingredients most of us already have from the shop.
This Holiday Crostini Trio layers warm toast with three delicious toppings:
✨ Balsamic-Roasted Mushrooms with Prosciutto
✨ Herbed Ricotta with Roasted Tomatoes
✨ Classic Prosciutto & Herb Bites
Each uses one of our premium olive oils or balsamics to give the flavors depth without any extra work. A drizzle of Aged Dark Balsamic, a spoonful of Tuscan Herb EVOO, or a touch of Garlic Olive Oil adds that little moment of “wow” guests always notice.
Serve these on a rustic board with a glass of wine (we can help you with that part, too), and you’ve got a festive, low-stress appetizer that looks like you spent all day on it. Perfect for holiday hosting… or just treating yourself on a chilly night in Franklin.
Holiday Crostini Trio
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Category
Appetizer
Cuisine
Mediterranean
Author:
The Little Shop of Olive Oils
Servings
6-8
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
I love this because it’s the kind of appetizer that makes people think you fussed — when really, you just used great ingredients and toasted bread.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette, sliced
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3 tbsp Tuscan Herb Olive Oil (or your favorite EVOO)
- Pinch of sea salt
Topping 1: Balsamic Mushrooms & Prosciutto
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
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1 tbsp Garlic Olive Oil
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1 tbsp Aged Dark Balsamic
- 4–6 slices prosciutto
- Fresh thyme, for garnish
Topping 2: Herbed Ricotta with Roasted Tomatoes
- ½ cup ricotta
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1 tbsp Orange Olive Oil or Tuscan Herb Olive Oil
- Pinch of salt & pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, roasted or lightly charred
- Fresh rosemary or basil
Topping 3: Classic Prosciutto & Balsamic Bite
- 4–6 slices prosciutto
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1 tbsp Fig Balsamic or Traditional Dark Balsamic
- Fresh herbs (basil, thyme, or rosemary)
Directions
- Make the Crostini Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Brush baguette slices with Tuscan Herb Olive Oil and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Bake for 6–8 minutes, until lightly golden and crisp.
- 2. Balsamic Mushrooms & Prosciutto In a skillet, warm Garlic Olive Oil over medium heat.
- Add mushrooms and sauté 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in Aged Dark Balsamic and cook 1 minute more.
- Spoon mushrooms onto crostini and top with a fold of prosciutto.
- Garnish with fresh thyme.
- 3. Herbed Ricotta with Roasted Tomatoes Mix ricotta with Navel Orange Olive Oil (or Tuscan Herb), salt, and pepper.
- Spread ricotta onto crostini.
- Top with roasted tomatoes.
- Finish with rosemary or fresh basil.
- 4. Classic Prosciutto & Balsamic Bite Fold prosciutto gently onto toasted bread.
- Drizzle with Fig Balsamic or Traditional Dark Balsamic.
- Add fresh herbs for color.
Recipe Note
- Serve with a board of marinated olives, nuts, and a glass of red wine from the shop.
- Add a drizzle of Pomegranate Balsamic for a festive touch.
- Mix and match toppings depending on what you have on hand—everything works on warm crostini.