Crostini with Burrata Cherry Tomatoes (Printable Version)

Crispy toasted bread with creamy burrata, roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and a hint of olive oil.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds (about 12-16 slices)
02 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

→ Topping

03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
05 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
07 - 8 ounces burrata cheese
08 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
09 - Flaky sea salt for finishing (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange baguette slices on the sheet and brush both sides lightly with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
02 - Toast in the oven for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
03 - In a bowl, toss cherry tomato halves with 1 tablespoon olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Spread on a separate section of the baking sheet or use a second sheet.
04 - Roast for 10-12 minutes, until tomatoes are softened and just starting to burst.
05 - Remove bread and tomatoes from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
06 - Gently tear burrata cheese and spoon onto each crostini. Top with roasted cherry tomatoes.
07 - Scatter fresh basil over the crostini and finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Simple Preparation: Ready in just 25 minutes using straightforward techniques.
  • Fresh Ingredients: Celebrates the classic combination of basil, balsamic, and tomatoes.
  • Elegant Presentation: A beautiful vegetarian option that looks as good as it tastes.
02 -
  • Tomato Prep: Ensure the tomatoes are halved to allow the balsamic and oil to penetrate during roasting.
  • Burrata Handling: Tear the burrata gently to keep the creamy center from spilling too much.
  • Immediate Service: To keep the bread crunchy, assemble and serve these immediately after the tomatoes have cooled slightly.
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