Go Back
–+ servings
Caprese Crostini Ghosts

Caprese Crostini Ghosts – Fun, Easy Halloween Treats

Delightful Caprese Crostini Ghosts are whimsical Halloween treats that are visually playful and easy to make.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 crostini
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crostini
  • 1 Baguette Baguette This crunchy base adds texture; feel free to use ciabatta or any crusty bread if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil A drizzle of this rich oil enhances flavor and aids in crisping the bread.
For the Toppings
  • 8 ounces Fresh whole-milk mozzarella A must for creamy ghostly shapes; you can substitute with a mix of your favorite cheeses if needed.
  • 1 cup Campari tomatoes Their sweetness is perfect for topping; grape tomatoes are a great alternative when Campari is unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Pesto This herbal delight brings bright flavor and color; consider using sun-dried tomato pesto for a fun variation.
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze Provides a touch of sweetness and is essential for drawing those spooky ghost faces; a thicker glaze works best.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Sharp Knife
  • Ghost-shaped cookie cutter

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place the fresh mozzarella in the freezer for about 10 minutes to firm it up.
  2. Slice the baguette diagonally into 1/2-inch thick pieces and lay them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil.
  3. Bake the baguette slices for about 8–9 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
  4. Shape the mozzarella into ghost shapes using a ghost-shaped cookie cutter.
  5. Spread about 1 teaspoon of pesto onto each cooled crostini slice.
  6. Top half of the crostini with tomato slices and ghost-shaped mozzarella. Use balsamic glaze to draw faces.
  7. For the remaining crostini, layer with more tomato slices and mozzarella scraps, drizzling with balsamic glaze.
  8. Serve immediately to maintain crispness and vibrancy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1crostiniCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Freezing the mozzarella for 10 minutes makes it easier to cut into ghost shapes. Assemble the crostini just before serving to avoid sogginess.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!