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Grilled Avocado Caprese Crostini

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Grilled Avocado Caprese Crostini are the ultimate EASY appetizers or snacks to kick off a party, take to a picnic OR enjoy at home!

Golden crisp little toasts infused with olive oil and garlic are piled high with Caprese flavours and ingredients, then drizzled with balsamic glaze for an extra flavour explosion in your mouth! These Avocado Caprese Crostini have been SO popular since I first posted them back on February 7th, 2015!

Grilled Avocado Caprese Crostini are the ultimate EASY appetizers infused with olive oil and piled high with Caprese flavours!

Basically I wanted to upscale my toast, and I think I did a pretty good job of it. Cherry tomatoes, basil and melted mozzarella cheese, PLUS the addition of avocado slices make these a wonderful addition to any dinner table!

WAIT…what is the difference between Crostini & Bruschetta?

Incredibly popular and easy-to-make Italian appetizers, both include sweet or savoury toppings on top of toasted or grilled bread slices. The difference in the two is subtle. It’s in the bread:

  • type of bread
  • size of slices
  • toasting method

Bruschetta comes from the Italian word bruscare — ‘to roast over coals‘ — referring to large and thick slices of bread grilled (traditionally over a fire) to create nice charred edges. The bread is then rubbed with a clove of raw garlic, drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with thick flakes of salt. Pretty much the best garlic bread on the planet.

Crostini — ‘little toasts’ — are usually smaller and thinner (usually sliced from a baguette), toasted in the oven and topped with vegetables, cheese and/or savoury spreads. Think finger-foods or bite-sized snacks.

Where one piece of bruschetta can pretty much keep you satisfied; 2-3 crostini would do the same job. Additionally, both can also be enjoyed with a glass (or two) of wine.

If you’re wanting to change these to an Avocado Caprese Bruschetta, use a large sourdough loaf and cut your slices into thick 1 1/2-inch slices…or thicker!

 Avocado Caprese Garlic Breads are so easy to make and delicious!

How Do You Make The Perfect Crostini?

  1. Start with fresh ingredients. For these Avocado Caprese Crostini, I used vine ripened cherry tomatoes, fresh baby bocconcini, basil leaves plucked from the garden and Hass avocados.
  2. Drizzle both sides of your bread with olive oil and bake for 15 – 20 minutes until just golden, flipping toasts midway through to crisp all over. Don’t leave them in any longer because you will be returning them back into the oven to broil your cheese until it’s melted and the last thing you want to do is end up with burnt toast.
  3. Now, I rub the warm toasts with a cut side of garlic BECAUSE I love garlic. This step is optional.

Caprese ingredients on toast make the best bruschetta!

Mozzarella cheese and basil on Caprese crostini make the best appetizers!

Top your crostini appetizers with the rest of your ingredients and BROIL (or GRILL for Aussies) until the cheese just begins to melt. I personally didn’t keep them in there for too long because I didn’t want super hot avocado slices. Just enough to melt the cheese!

Caprese Crostini with avocado slices are quick to make!

Drizzle with store bought balsamic glaze and BUON APPETITO!

Crostini piled high with caprese ingredients!

An Avocado Caprese Crostini recipe to add to your Christmas or New Years menu!

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Grilled Avocado Caprese Crostini

Grilled Avocado Caprese Crostini are the ultimate EASY appetizers infused with olive oil and piled high with Caprese flavours!
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Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Total: 30 mins
Serves: 4 people

Ingredients

  • 8 pieces sliced French or Italian baguette, sliced 1/2-inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 avocado, sliced thinly
  • 9 ounces (250 grams) vine ripened cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3.5 ounces (100 grams) fresh bocconcini in water (or baby mozzarella balls)
  • 1/2 cup basil leaves, divided
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F | 190°C.
  • Arrange bread on a baking sheet, drizzle both sides with olive oil and bake for 15 - 20 minutes until golden, flipping toasts midway through to crisp all over. Rub the crostini with the cut side of the garlic while still warm and season with a little salt and pepper.
  • Divide 1/4 cup of the basil leaves on each slice of bread (about 2-3 basil leaves per bread), then top each with the avocado slices, tomato halves and mozzarella (bocconcini). Season with salt and/or pepper to taste. 
  • Broil (or grill) for 3-5 minutes, or until cheese has started to melt through.
  • Finely chop remaining basil leaves and sprinkle over the crostini. Drizzle with balsamic glaze to serve.

Notes

To make these Avocado Caprese Crostini into Avocado Caprese Bruschetta, use a large sourdough loaf and cut your slices into 1 1/2-inch wide slices. Then double or triple the rest of your ingredients to ensure your topping fully covers each slice!

Nutrition

Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 342mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 270IU | Vitamin C: 10.1mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 2.7mg

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  1. Grazhel says

    September 03, 2020 at 8:19 am

    5 stars
    I cannot wait to do a rendition of this! I love that you explained the difference between bruschetta and crostini! May I ask where you bought the baby mozzarella?

    Reply
  2. Lori says

    June 08, 2018 at 8:52 am

    How do I make the Balsamic Glaze please.

    Reply
    • Karina says

      June 10, 2018 at 9:46 am

      You are welcome to make your own homemade balsamic glaze or purchase a bottle from the store for this recipe. Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy it! XO

      Reply
  3. krishi says

    December 06, 2017 at 6:08 pm

    5 stars
    Interesting and lovely recipe. Thanks for sharing. Keep it up

    Reply
  4. Shaz says

    December 05, 2017 at 10:09 pm

    5 stars
    Has it really been that long since I’ve been making your recipes? I remember when you first published this because I made it that day and every other week since! Holy cow that’s 3 years ago? Well the best 3 years I’ve spent following you and cooking for my little family. You make meal times so much easier. I love your recipes!

    Reply
  5. Jasmine says

    December 05, 2017 at 10:03 pm

    5 stars
    They look sensational Karina. Love the colors also. Great for Christmas 😉

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  6. Bronwyn says

    December 05, 2017 at 8:03 pm

    5 stars
    K I made these for Thanksgiving and they were gone in minutes! I doubled the recipe to feed my crowd and ended up having to give everyone a print out. I never thought of turning these into bruschetta though! Thanks for the tip!

    Reply
  7. Juliana Chow says

    September 29, 2015 at 8:26 pm

    Hi Karina! Thanks so much, here is the final post: http://www.julianachow.com/lifestyle/impress-the-guy-5-recipes-to-make-for-a-first-date-that-wont-ruin-your-diet/ 🙂 🙂

    Reply
    • Karina says

      October 06, 2015 at 7:27 am

      Thank you Juliana! Wow I love it!

      Reply
  8. Juliana says

    September 18, 2015 at 10:54 pm

    Amazing post, Karina!! I LOVE this recipe. Is it possible that I could use your photo and link your recipe for my upcoming blog post? It’s a list of simple recipes that you can make for a first date 🙂

    Thanks, have a great day!

    http://julianachow.com

    Reply
    • Karina says

      September 21, 2015 at 10:54 am

      Of course Juliana that sounds amazing! I love that idea! I can’t wait to see your post when it goes live!

      Reply
  9. Chelsea Pearl says

    June 17, 2015 at 1:09 am

    Looks so yum I had to share this on Reddit. Love your blog!

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    • Karina says

      June 17, 2015 at 3:13 am

      Wow thank you so much Chelsea! I’m honoured! Thank you 😀 Xxxx

      Reply
  10. Claire | Sprinkles and Sprouts says

    February 08, 2015 at 8:39 pm

    Sounds good to me.
    I love a buffet, no one is quite sure how much food you have eaten 😉

    Reply
    • Karina says

      February 10, 2015 at 2:16 pm

      Geeez thats true!

      Reply
  11. Claire | Sprinkles and Sprouts says

    February 08, 2015 at 2:33 am

    Hope your daughter is okay x
    P.s I am so coming for breakfast at your house!!!!!!!!! YUMMO!!!!
    PINNED!

    Reply
    • Karina says

      February 08, 2015 at 8:43 am

      She’s ok now thank you! I think she was taking advantage of the ‘gourmet food’ (her words), she was eating at home for this blog, instead of her usual ham and cheese sandwich at school. She’s just a klutz…like me. Thank you for pinning! Come over any.time! Could have a bloggers buffet day ha!

      Reply

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