These Easy Pesto Burrata Crostini are so simple and fun to make! They’re the perfect appetizer any time of year, whether it’s for spring and summer entertaining festivities or the holiday season! They are also incredibly tasty, packed with flavor, and super festive. I personally love how pretty these are thanks to all the yummy pesto and vibrant cherry tomatoes. The best part is how quickly it all comes together! Hope you try it for yourself and enjoy!
How To Make These Easy Pesto Burrata Crostini
Here’s a video of how I made my Easy Pesto Burrata Crostini! For another delicious bite-size appetizer, check out my Apple Baked Brie Bites recipe.
The combination of pesto and burrata is garlicky, salty, and nutty along with being rich, soft, and creamy. I can’t think of a more delicious pair!
How To Make The Best Pesto Recipe
Did you know that it only requires 5 minutes to make the BEST pesto!? My mom and I came up with this pesto recipe years ago and it has become a family staple. It’s quick, easy and super flavorful. It’s perfect to put on just about everything – from sandwiches, toast, salads, pizza, and of course, pasta! You can find my 5 Minute Pesto recipe here!
Ingredients
- 1 French baguette, sliced
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 to 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, freshly grated
- Fresh burrata
- Cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced
- Pesto oil (homemade or store bought, use a little extra virgin olive oil to thin out your pesto)
- Flaky sea salt & fresh cracked pepper to taste
Step-By-Step Recipe Method
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
- In a small bowl, mix together extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves, and Parmigiano-Reggiano.
- Brush the baguette slices with the mixture and bake for approximately 10 minutes until slightly golden.
- Top the crostini with burrata, cherry tomato slices, pesto oil (using my 5 minute pesto recipe), salt, and pepper. Serve & enjoy!