Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish.

We love parmesan crusted ANYTHING and these Parmesan Crusted Crostini are no exception! Modeled after the viral Parmesan Crusted Potatoes, we thought these crostini would surely be a hit! We were right.

These are definitely the best crostini we’ve ever made and we might like them even more than the potato version bc of how versatile they are! Not only do they make delicious snacks on their own, but they also make the most delicious crostini, topped with nearly anything you can imagine!

How to Make Parmesan Crusted Crostini

Ingredients

Process

Preheat oven to 400˚F. In a small bowl combine grated parmesan, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix together.
Brush bottom of a 9”x 13” glass baking dish with 1 tablespoon melted butter.

Parmesan mixture to make parmesan crusted crostini.

Evenly sprinkle parmesan mixture into baking dish.
Top with sliced baguette, leaving space between each piece.

A parmesan mixture sprinkled all over the bottom of a baking dish.

Parmesan crusted crostini over a parmesan mixture ready to be baked.

Lightly brush the tops of each piece of baguette with remaining butter.
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until parmesan has browned and crisped and the crostini are lightly toasted on top. Remove baking dish from oven.

Parmesan crostini recipe out of the oven.

Gently break apart crisped parmesan crostini pieces. Top with toppings of choice and serve!

Parmesan crusted crostini in a baking dish ready to be served.

Tips and Tricks for Success

Makes sure the baking dish has a full and even layer of parmesan covering the bottom for maximum crostini coverage.
Once you press the sliced baguette into the baking dish leave it along. Moving the pieces of bread around will prevent the glorious parmesan ‘overhang’ from forming, which is one of the best parts!
Be sure to leave a small amount of space between each slice of baguette, in the baking dish, to ensure even baking. This will also help to create the parmesan ‘overhang’ on each crostini.

Storing Instructions

These parmesan crusted crostini taste best when enjoyed fresh from the oven, but they also store well in an airtight container, at room temperature, for up to 3 days.

What to Serve with Our Parmesan Crusted Crostini

We mentioned earlier how these make the most delicious snack just on their own, but we also LOVE topping them with a variety of things. They truly are the best crostini ever! Some of our favorite toppings and pairings are:

topped with thinly sliced prosciutto, brie, crushed nuts, and a drizzle of honey
with our Eloté topping
for tomato Bruschetta
with our Grilled Peach, Basil and Burrata topping
as ‘crackers’ for our Baked Garlic Bread Dip
as a base for our Salmon Rillettes

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We guarantee our Parmesan Crusted Crostini will become your new favorite snack and base for all the delicious and yummy things like bruschetta, dips and more!

RECIPE BY Teri & Jenny

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 18

Total Time: 28

Servings: 14

INGREDIENTS

▢ 5 ounces baguette sliced into 1/3" thick slices
▢ 1/3 cup pre-grated parmesan
▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
▢ 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
▢ 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and divided

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 400˚F. In a small bowl combine grated parmesan, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix together.
Brush bottom of a 9”x 13” glass baking dish with 1 tablespoon melted butter.
Evenly sprinkle parmesan mixture into baking dish. Top with sliced baguette, leaving space between each piece. Lightly brush the tops of each piece of baguette with remaining butter.
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes or until parmesan has browned and crisped and the crostini are lightly toasted on top.
Remove baking dish from oven and gently break apart crisped parmesan crostini pieces.
Top with toppings of choice and serve!

NOTES

**Each serving is 1 crostini**

Tips and Tricks for Success

Makes sure the baking dish has a full and even layer of parmesan covering the bottom for maximum crostini coverage.

Once you press the sliced baguette into the baking dish leave it along. Moving the pieces of bread around will prevent the glorious parmesan ‘overhang’ from forming, which is one of the best parts!

Be sure to leave a small amount of space between each slice of baguette, in the baking dish, to ensure even baking. This will also help to create the parmesan ‘overhang’ on each crostini.

Storing Instructions

These parmesan crusted crostini taste best when enjoyed fresh from the oven, but they also store well in an airtight container, at room temperature, for up to 3 days.

Calories: 51kcal Carbohydrates: 5g Protein: 2g Fat: 3g Saturated Fat: 1g Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g Monounsaturated Fat: 1g Trans Fat: 0.1g Cholesterol: 6mg Sodium: 105mg Potassium: 20mg Fiber: 0.2g Sugar: 0.5g Vitamin A: 71IU Vitamin C: 0.003mg Calcium: 32mg Iron: 0.4mg

CUISINE: American, Italian

KEYWORD: crostini recipe

COURSE: Appetizer, Snack