Description
Cheesy Artichoke Crostini brings Mediterranean flair to elegant appetizers with creamy artichoke spread and golden toasted bread. Crisp baguette slices topped with tangy marinated artichokes and melted cheese create an irresistible starter you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 9 DeLallo crostino antipasto toasts
- 1 jar (12 ounces / 340 grams) DeLallo marinated artichoke hearts, well drained and chopped
- ⅓ cup grated mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup finely grated Pecorino cheese
Creamy Components:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 3 tablespoons minced shallots (about 1 large)
- 2 teaspoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- DeLallo sweet & tangy pepper drops, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and position the rack in the middle of the oven to ensure even heat distribution.
- Lay the baguette slices in a single, neat layer on a rimmed baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap.
- Drain the canned artichoke hearts thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- In a medium mixing bowl, finely chop the artichoke hearts and combine them with mayonnaise, grated parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, minced shallots, chopped fresh parsley, and fresh lemon juice.
- Season the artichoke mixture with kosher salt and ground black pepper, mixing until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Use a small spoon to distribute the artichoke mixture evenly across each baguette slice, spreading it to the edges for consistent coverage.
- Place one whole pepperdrop on top of each crostini for a vibrant burst of flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes until the edges turn golden and the cheese begins to melt and bubble.
- Optional: Switch to broil for 1-2 minutes to achieve a slightly crispy, golden-brown top.
- Remove from the oven and let the crostini rest for 2-3 minutes to cool slightly and set the topping.
- Serve warm as an elegant appetizer or party snack, best enjoyed immediately after baking.
Notes
- Discover a make-ahead appetizer that impresses guests without last-minute stress.
- Refrigerate prepped crostini up to four hours, keeping the components fresh and crisp.
- Choose fresh artichoke hearts for maximum flavor and creamy texture in the topping.
- Mix cheese and herbs thoroughly to ensure each bite delivers a balanced, zesty profile.
- Broiling briefly creates a golden, crispy top that elevates the entire appetizer experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg