Naan Crostini Recipe
Make Naan Crostini Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Naan Base
Topping
Method
Preparing the Naan
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it's hot enough to crisp the naan.
- 2
Prepare the Naan
Place the naan bread on a baking sheet. Brush each piece lightly with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder and salt evenly over the top.
- 3
Bake the Naan
Bake the naan in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
Preparing the Topping
- 4
Mix the Base
In a mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and blend it until smooth. If desired, you can add a pinch of salt or herbs for extra flavor.
- 5
Chop the Tomatoes
Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Set them aside for topping.
- 6
Prepare the Basil
Wash and dry the fresh basil leaves. Tear them into smaller pieces to release their aroma.
Assembling the Crostini
- 7
Spread the Cream Cheese
Once the naan is out of the oven and slightly cooled, spread a generous layer of cream cheese on each piece.
- 8
Add Toppings
Top the cream cheese with the halved cherry tomatoes and sprinkle torn basil leaves over them.
- 9
Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze
Finish by drizzling balsamic glaze over the crostini and add black pepper to taste.
- 10
Serve
Cut the naan crostini into smaller pieces if desired and serve immediately as an appetizer.