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Caprese Crostini Ghosts

Caprese Crostini Ghosts that Will Haunt Your Halloween Party

These Caprese Crostini Ghosts are a quick and spooky appetizer perfect for your Halloween gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crostini
  • 1 loaf Fresh Baguette Ciabatta is an alternative for a softer bite.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Drizzle over baguette slices for crispiness.
For the Topping
  • 8 ounces Fresh Whole-Milk Mozzarella Cut into ghost shapes.
  • 1 cup Campari Tomatoes Can substitute with grape tomatoes.
  • 1/2 cup Pesto Vibrant spread for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze For decorating the ghost faces.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Skewer
  • cookie cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and place mozzarella in the freezer for 10 minutes.
  2. Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces and drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Bake baguette slices for 8 to 9 minutes until golden and crisp.
  4. Slice chilled mozzarella into 1/4-inch planks and cut into ghost shapes with a cookie cutter.
  5. Spread pesto on toasted baguette, add a tomato slice, and top with mozzarella ghost.
  6. Use a skewer dipped in balsamic glaze to draw faces on mozzarella.
  7. Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 2piecesCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Assemble right before serving to maintain crispness. Reserve cheese scraps for salads or snacks.

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