Mini crostini with truffle butter and crushed hazelnuts

a slice of homemade bread on which a teaspoon of truffle butter is spread

Ingredients (for 20 mini crostini)

  • 1 rustic baguette or homemade bread
  • 50 g of Lina Saporie e Delizie truffle butter
  • 2 tablespoons of toasted hazelnut pieces
  • Flaked salt, to taste (optional)

Preparation

  1. Cut the bread into thin slices (about 1 cm) and lightly toast it in the oven at 180°C for 5 minutes, until it is crispy but not dry.
  2. Spread a thin layer of Lina Sapori e Delizie truffle butter on each slice while the bread is still warm to release the aroma.
  3. Finish with a sprinkle of toasted hazelnut pieces.
  4. If you want a more elegant touch, add a pinch of salt or a fresh thyme leaf.

Why it works

  • Fragrance and harmony: truffle butter exudes an unmistakable aroma that immediately captivates, while the hazelnuts enhance its roundness.
  • Balanced contrasts: the crispiness of the bread meets the creaminess of the butter and the light crunch of the granola.
  • Surprise effect: a simple yet distinctive bite, ideal for welcoming guests with elegance.

Consistency

  • Bread that is crispy on the outside and slightly soft on the inside.
  • Soft and aromatic butter that melts in the first bite.
  • Crushed hazelnuts that provide a crunchy texture and a pleasant bittersweet aftertaste.

Tips and pairings

  • Excellent accompaniment to a glass of Pignoletto Vivace or the Orange & Truffle Mocktail .
  • You can serve the crostini on small wooden cutting boards , alternating them with other versions with truffle sauce or green sauce to create a " Lina Sapori e Delizie trilogy of flavors".
  • If you prepare them in advance, store them covered with plastic wrap and heat them briefly before serving.