Midnight Chocolate Hazelnut Dream Crostini

This decadent dessert crostini features a rich, dark chocolate mascarpone spread on a crisp, toasted baguette slice. Toasted hazelnuts add a delightful crunch, while a sprinkle of flaky sea salt perfectly balances the sweetness. It's a sophisticated, bite-sized indulgence that elevates any sweet course.

Sweet & Dessert

Ingredients

baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
oz mascarpone cheese, softened
Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Tbsp powdered sugar
1/2
tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, roughly chopped
Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Pinch of flaky sea salt

Method

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush baguette slices with melted butter and toast for 8 minutes
minutes until lightly golden and crisp. Let cool completely.
In a small bowl, combine the softened mascarpone cheese, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and uniformly chocolate
colored.
Spread a generous layer of the chocolate mascarpone mixture onto each cooled crostini.
Garnish each crostini with a sprinkle of the chopped toasted hazelnuts and a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt.

Chef's Tip & Pairing

For a perfect pairing, serve this decadent crostini with a glass of chilled Ruby Port or a rich, dark-roast coffee. To enhance the flavor, ensure your hazelnuts are freshly toasted, as this brings out their deep, nutty aroma.

From the Tini Crostini Collection