Grilled Crostini with Garlic Scape Cream Cheese and Tomatoes

Grilled Crostini with Garlic Scape Cream Cheese and Tomatoes

fresh Italian appetizer

Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 25m
Total Time: 30m
Servings: 12
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (10 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

120
Calories
6.7g
Fat
11.2g
Carbohydrate
4.7g
Protein
21mg
Cholesterol
170mg
Sodium
Grilled Crostini with Garlic Scape Cream Cheese and Tomatoes

Recipe Description

This recipe for Grilled Crostini with Garlic Scape Cream Cheese and Tomatoes is a super quick and easy appetizer recipe. Crostini are Italian canapés made from toasted or grilled discs of bread, piled high with different toppings including cheese, meat, and vegetables. I love to make my crostini with subtly flavored garlic cream cheese, topped with a thin tomato slice, lightly grilled.

To make the garlic scape cream cheese, I place cream cheese or ricotta in a food processor with garlic capes, basil, salt and pepper. Once these ingredients are combined, I spread the cheese on thinly sliced baguette which I top with a slice of tomato – I use small ripe tomatoes, but you could use cherry tomatoes if you prefer. I finish these crostini on the grill and serve!

To make Grilled Crostini with Garlic Scape Cream Cheese and Tomatoes, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Grilled Crostini with Garlic Scape Cream Cheese and Tomatoes

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Heat the grill

    10 min

    Preheat the grill to a low heat.

  2. 2

    Slice the baguette

    2 min
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    Cut the baguette into thin slices.

  3. 3

    Chop the garlic scapes and basil

    3 min
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    Place the garlic scapes and basil in a food processor and pulse to chop finely.

  4. 4

    Make the cream cheese

    2 min
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    Add the cheese to the garlic scapes and basil in the food processor. Pulse to mix until fully combined.

  5. 5

    Top the bread slices

    5 min
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    Spread a layer of cream cheese over each bread slice and place each one on a baking sheet. Top the cheese with a slice of tomato.

  6. 6

    Grill

    4 min
    Step 6 - Grilled Crostini with Garlic Scape Cream Cheese and Tomatoes

    Place the baking sheet on the grill and cook for 2-4 minutes until the bread is lightly toasted and the cheese has just started to melt.

  7. 7

    Serve

    2 min
    Step 7 - Grilled Crostini with Garlic Scape Cream Cheese and Tomatoes

    Serve immediately on a large platter.

Looking for a light and tasty summer appetizer? This Grilled Crostini with Garlic Scape Cream Cheese and Tomatoes is the one! Try it soon and tag #cookmerecipes in your posts!

About the author

Jelena Mardere

Jelena is an interior designer and young mom! As a busy working mom, her time is precious so she’s always looking for a quick and efficient way to get things done. Jelena is very creative, but has a strong practical side. She loves trying new things and travels a lot, especially around Europe. The kitchen is Jelena’s safe space, where she can let her creative side out and dedicate herself to her favorite hobby - cooking!

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5.0 out of 5 (10 reviews)
Bryan
November 18, 2024
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These crostini are lit! I made 'em for a little get-together and everyone loved 'em. So easy to whip up, I felt like a chef! Will def make again.

Laura
July 17, 2024
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Delicious! I made these crostinis for a small gathering last weekend, and my friends couldn't stop raving about them. The garlic scape cream cheese is a game changer! Perfect for summer nights.

Jane Thompson
October 15, 2023
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Super easy and yum! Perfect for family gatherings.

Mia
October 10, 2023
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Delicious! Made this for our summer BBQ and everyone loved it!

Tommy
October 5, 2023
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OMG, these crostinis are lit! So easy to make and delish!

Emily Carter
March 13, 2023
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I tried this recipe for a dinner party and it was superb! The garlic scape cream cheese is so simple to make, and the little tomatoes are just perfect. My husband loved them and they were gone in minutes.

Ethan
July 7, 2020
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Superb flavors shine!

Daniel
October 14, 2019
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Superb

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