Frozen Custard Raspberry Summer Delight Crostini

This crostini is a celebration of summer flavors, combining the creamy, tangy richness of frozen custard with the bright, sweet-tart burst of fresh raspberries. The subtle crunch of the toasted baguette provides the perfect textural contrast to the smooth, melting topping, creating a delightful and unexpected dessert bite.

Vegetarian

Ingredients

baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup vanilla frozen custard, slightly softened
1/4 cup fresh raspberries
teaspoon lemon zest, for garnish

Method

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush both sides of the baguette slices with melted butter and arrange them on a baking sheet.
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over one side of the buttered bread slices.
Bake for 8 minutes
minutes, or until the crostini are golden brown and crisp. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Just before serving, top each cooled crostini with a small dollop (about 1 teaspoon) of slightly softened vanilla frozen custard.
Garnish each crostini with one or two fresh raspberries and a tiny sprinkle of lemon zest. Serve immediately.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

For the best texture, ensure the crostini are completely cool before adding the frozen custard, and serve immediately to prevent the custard from melting too quickly. A light, slightly sweet sparkling wine, such as a Moscato d'Asti, would pair beautifully with this dessert.

From the Tini Crostini Collection