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Easy Crostini Appetizer Recipe (Gluten Free)

This Easy Crostini Appetizer Recipe is the appetizer that pleases everyone! These crostinis are made of slices of toasted gluten free baguettes topped with a creamy pumpkin spread, feta topping, pumpkin seeds, cranberry sauce and sweet honey! They take less than 10 minutes to make and you're guests won't even know they are gluten free!
You can enjoy this Easy Crostini Appetizer Recipe by yourself for a snack, or prepare them for a fun party appetizer!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Servings 5 servings

Ingredients
  

For the toasted Gluten Free Crostinis base:

  • 1 gluten free baguette
  • 1 tbsp honey or vegan sub or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon

For the Pumpkin puree spread:

  • 1/4 cup Canned pumpkin
  • 1/4 cup Feta cheese or vegan sub
  • 1 tbsp honey or vegan sub or maple syrup

For the Gluten Free Crostinis Toppings:

  • 3 tbsp Feta cheese or vegan sub
  • 3 tbsp pumpkin seeds
  • 3 tbsp cranberry sauce
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • Candied pecans
  • 1 tbsp drizzle of honey or vegan sub or maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Crostini Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the baguette into ½-inch thick slices. In a bowl, toss the slices with vegan honey or maple syrup and cinnamon. Arrange the slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Bake the Crostini: Bake the crostini for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Make the Pumpkin Spread: While the crostini bake, combine pumpkin puree, vegan honey or maple syrup, and feta cheese (or vegan alternative) in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
  • Assemble the Appetizer: Spread the pumpkin mixture on the toasted crostini. Top each with crumbled feta cheese (or vegan alternative), cranberry sauce, pumpkin seeds, and a candied pecan (optional).
  • Finishing Touches: Drizzle with additional vegan honey or maple syrup, and sprinkle with cinnamon and cumin for a warm autumn flavor.

Notes

  • To make this crostini appetizer lower carb you can put these same toppings on a sweet potato slice, an apple slice, a pear slice or even a cauiflower pizza crust! 
  • The easiest way to make these gluten free crostinis vegan is to make sure to use vegan honey and vegan cheese. You can skip the cheese and add more of your favorite toppings for a different flavor.
  • Add any fresh herbs, fresh basil or minced garlic clove on top of these hors d'oeuvres.
  • Top the little crusts with fresh tomatoes or sliced cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella or ricotta, caramelized onion and a drrizle of balsamic vinegar for a savory italian appetizer. This caprese crostini is an amazing appetizer to serve at your next gathering alongside this sweet cranberry crostini appetizer. That way you have a sweet and savory option and a variety of toppings.
  • The perfect way is to use a gluten free fresh baguette, slice it up and make the toasted baguette slices in the oven. If you want you can also use an air fryer or toaster oven.