Name: Super Easy Pepperoni Pizza Crostini
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 24 crostini
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 24 crostini; 1.5 cups roasted tomato sauce; 16 ounces whole milk mozzarella; 2.5 ounces pepperoni; 6 mini bell peppers; 0.25 cup fresh basil; red pepper flakes, oregano, & parmesan

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Preheat the oven to 375°F (191°C). Line the crostini on a sheet pan.

Spread 1 Tablespoon (16 milliliters) of tomato sauce on each crostini. Top the toasts with a slice of cheese, a few slices of pepperoni, and a few slices of bell peppers. Sprinkle with fresh basil.

Bake the crostini for 5-6 minutes, until the cheese is melty. Then, turn the broiler to HIGH, and broil for another 2-3 minutes, until the pepperoni is crispy and the cheese is starting to bubble. Keep a close eye so it doesn't burn!

Garnish the crostini with red pepper flakes, oregano, and parmesan if desired. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Crostini First 🍞
Pre-toast your crostini in a 375°F oven for 3-4 minutes before topping to prevent them from becoming soggy and maintain that essential crunch throughout.
Layer Sauce Strategically 🍅
Spread a thin, even layer of roasted tomato sauce first to create a moisture barrier, then add cheese and toppings to keep the crostini crispy.
Prep Peppers While Oven Preheats ⏱️
Slice your mini bell peppers into thin rings and pat them dry with paper towels—this removes excess moisture and ensures they caramelize slightly rather than steam during baking.
Broil in Final 90 Seconds 🔥
Switch to broiler mode in the last 90 seconds of baking to achieve melted, slightly bubbly mozzarella with lightly crisped pepperoni edges without drying out the toppings.
Add Fresh Basil Post-Bake 🌿
Tear fresh basil and scatter it over crostini immediately after removing from heat—the residual warmth releases its aromatic oils while keeping the herb's bright, fresh flavor intact.