Posted by Linda Spiker | Apr 3, 2016 | appetizer, bread, bruschetta | 46
Bruschetta and crostini…you my be wondering how they differ? While the words are pretty much used interchangeably here in the states the slight difference boils down the bread used. Crostini means ‘little toasts’, small thinly sliced bread usually with a finer texture. Bruschetta ( BTW Italians pronounce it with the ‘k’ sound not the ‘shhh’ sound) are usually larger, thicker slices of rustic Italian or sourdough bread. After toasting, crostini and bruschetta are often rubbed with garlic, brushed olive oil and topped with just about anything delicious!
But I wouldn’t worry too much about semantics, whether you are serving crostini or bruschetta the fantastic thing is they are both easy, very quick to make and always delicious! Here isA Collection of My Favorite Bruschetta and Crostini Recipes. Each is perfect for parties, showers, or a healthy appetizer before dinner.
Bacon Ricotta Bruschetta with Fig Jam!
This Bacon Ricotta Bruschetta with Fig Jam is a fabulous combination of savory, sweet and salty. Add a little basil and it’s a taste sensation!
Easy Crostini Appetizer
Besides toasting the baguette, this Easy Crostini Appetizer is almost no work. Simply dice cheese, slice basil and grate lemon zest! I love this recipe, it’s light, fresh and different!
Strawberry and Avocado Bruschetta
This Strawberry and Avocado Bruschetta has a distinctly California flare! Goat cheese, berries, avocado and fresh basil atop fresh warm baguette slices all drizzled with a silky balsamic glaze.
Traditional Tomato Bruschetta
A truly classic appetizer,Easy Tomato Bruschetta is always a favorite! I love to add a little Parmesan and pine nuts.
The Beet and Citrus Crostini Salad
A unique salad crostini that combines the liver cleansing properties of beets with the antioxidant benefits of tangerines.The 15 Minute Beet and Citrus Crostini is a winner!
Artichoke Heart Crostini
Savory, salty and sweet this Artichoke Heart Crostininot only makes a fabulous appetizer but a delicious light lunch as well!
Avocado and Goat Cheese Toastettes
I may have made up the word ‘toastettes’ but who cares because these Avocado and Goat Cheese Toastettes are fabulous!
The Cucumber and Tomato Tartine
I am taking some liberties here because a tartine is neither a crostini nor a bruschetta. A tartine actually and open faced sandwich, but I toast the bread so close enough in my book! This Cucumber and Tomato Tartine is topped with cottage cheese, sprinkled with herbs de Provence, pine nuts and chives….mmmmmmm!
The Caprese Crostini
Last and definitely not least on my list is this incredible Caprese Crostiniwith fresh mozzarella and white balsamic! Set out the bowl and let the guests scoop up the goodness.
And Last But Not Least~ Burrata Toast!
This Burrata Toast was a favorite breakfast while in Boston!
Enjoy my friends ~ Linda Spiker
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46 Comments
christineon April 4, 2016 at 2:41 pm
So many to choose from. This is my go to kind of appetizer to serve. They all look delish.
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candyon April 4, 2016 at 2:59 pm
Love being able to make so many different kinds for so many choices. Next women get together.
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provokeasmileblogon April 4, 2016 at 3:03 pm
I love a good bruschetta. My favorite is the caprese on your list. I am going to pin this. Bruschetta are so good for parties and with the spring coming, I am sure I will need some good recipes for entertaining!
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Linda Spikeron April 4, 2016 at 5:08 pm
Thanks! I always appreciate a pin!
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Denay DeGuzmanon April 4, 2016 at 3:52 pm
These gorgeous crostini and bruschetta photos have my mouth watering! I love your blog. I always walk away with beautiful new ideas and great recipe inspiration. I have one of these lovely images posted to my main food board on Pinterest, but now I will be pinning a second image to a group board to share the love even more! 🙂
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Linda Spikeron April 4, 2016 at 5:06 pm
Thank you so much Denay! That is very kind of you to say:)
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suzanne @ my kind of sweeton April 4, 2016 at 6:16 pm
These all look SO amazing! I will take one of each, please 🙂
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CourtneyLynneon April 4, 2016 at 6:42 pm
Omg so much yumminess!!! Bruschetta is the best! So going to give a few of these a try!
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Elaineon April 4, 2016 at 6:46 pm
What a great collection… I love these little bites of goodness, so fresh! 🙂
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Januaryon April 4, 2016 at 7:23 pm
My mouth is watering! I want each one like now. Especially the artichoke one.
xoxo
January
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Linda Spikeron April 4, 2016 at 8:39 pm
I love that one too!
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klausson April 4, 2016 at 8:29 pm
Great collection, pinned! The beauty of bruschetta that you can put anything in it and would be delicious 🙂
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Linda Spikeron April 4, 2016 at 8:38 pm
Thank you! I always appreciate a pin!
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Joannaon April 4, 2016 at 10:49 pm
These all look amazing! I am such a huge bruschetta fan:) Pinning!
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Linda Spikeron April 4, 2016 at 11:27 pm
Thanks!
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Claudette Esterineon April 5, 2016 at 12:44 am
I really love these! Always but them in restaurants but now I have a great list of recipes that I can try out this summer.
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Jane @ seejane.meon April 5, 2016 at 4:17 am
I had to click on when I saw bruschetta and crostini. I’m from NY and live in the South now – I miss authentic ethnic foods SO much. These look so good! Your photography is amazing!
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Linda Spikeron April 5, 2016 at 1:59 pm
Thanks Jane!
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MKon April 5, 2016 at 5:58 am
In addition to pronouncing bruschetta with a k, a soft rolling of the r and hand gesture really helps with enunciation. For pronouncing bruschetta properly, you’re going to want to face your palm down to start, and as you roll your r, flip your palm up and motion away from your body quickly.
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Linda Spikeron April 5, 2016 at 1:58 pm
I will start practicing right now.
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Morganon April 5, 2016 at 11:41 am
Yum! Just in time for spring parties al fresco! xx
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Clare Speeron April 5, 2016 at 1:16 pm
I love all these – and these have so many of my favorites in them – avocados, cucumbers, etc. and etc.! I want it all – I sure wish you lived next door to me – I would come knocking on your door and beg for food! 🙂 🙂
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Linda Spikeron April 5, 2016 at 1:57 pm
Haha! That has been known to happen…:)
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Heather Davison April 5, 2016 at 1:49 pm
Yum! I love bruchetta! I saved these recipes on pinterest for later!
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Linda Spikeron April 5, 2016 at 1:56 pm
Thanks Heather!
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Bethon April 5, 2016 at 5:17 pm
The avocado and strawberry bruschetta looks amazing! I make an avocado/strawberry salas in the summer, this is taking it up a notch.
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Linda Spikeron April 5, 2016 at 9:47 pm
Thanks Beth!
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Evelyn Parhamon April 5, 2016 at 5:48 pm
These look soo good! You are giving me some ideas. Your photos are beautiful!
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Linda Spikeron April 5, 2016 at 9:46 pm
Thanks Evelyn!
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Tashon April 5, 2016 at 6:06 pm
These look so delicious! I never considered putting FRUIT on bruchetta before but it sounds amazing! Definitely going to have to give that strawberry avocado bruchetta a try 🙂
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Linda Spikeron April 5, 2016 at 9:46 pm
Different but oh so yummy!
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Megan Stevenson April 5, 2016 at 6:36 pm
Wow, love all this variety! SO so yummy and pretty.
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Linda Spikeron April 5, 2016 at 9:46 pm
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The Food Hunteron April 5, 2016 at 6:55 pm
I want to make them all!
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Emily @ Recipes to Nourishon April 5, 2016 at 8:16 pm
Oh my goodness I wish I could have all of these right now! I’m so hungry. They all look so delicious.
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Linda Spikeron April 5, 2016 at 9:44 pm
Thanks Emily. I love them all…can’t even pick a favorite!
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Jolene @ Yummy Inspirationson April 5, 2016 at 9:33 pm
What a yummy selection! Don’t know which to start with!
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Carol@studiobotanica.on April 6, 2016 at 3:41 pm
Hi Linda!
Have made the beet-orange recipe. FAB!!
Avocado and Chevre ? PERFECT.
I love them all. Thank you!
Who doesn’t love Crostini? Perfectly yummy tasty bites!Reply
Linda Spikeron April 6, 2016 at 3:48 pm
Thanks Carol! I am so glad you enjoyed them:)
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Jenniferon April 6, 2016 at 6:20 pm
I l ove anything with goat cheese and honey on it. Add a few blackberries and some sea salt and you will have the perfect crostini!
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Rachelon April 8, 2016 at 8:15 pm
Never knew the difference between bruschetta and crostini! Now I do. 🙂
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Linda Spikeron April 8, 2016 at 8:32 pm
I didn’t know till I googled! 🙂
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Manju | Cooking Currieson April 10, 2016 at 10:18 pm
That is such a great collection. They all look amazing!
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Prairie Gal Cookinon April 12, 2016 at 5:21 am
These recipes look so good and I just love looking at the pictures!!
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Hannah Steenhovenon September 19, 2021 at 5:10 pm
I can’t find your recipe for Burrata Toast! It looks so nummy and I want to try to make it!
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Linda Spikeron September 19, 2021 at 5:20 pm
I am so sorry! Here it is…not sure if you tried the search bar on my blog (just under my photo) but you can always search there.
https://www.theorganickitchen.org/heirloom-tomato-burrata-toast-with-poached-eggs/Reply
