Decadent Chocolate Sea Salt Crostini

This recipe features a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with a twist of chocolate and sea salt on crispy crostini. It is the ultimate dessert or snack for those who love the combination of chocolate and salt. With its easy preparation and indulgent taste, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. The crostini can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.

Ingredients

• Baguette or French bread, sliced into 1-inch-thick pieces
• Butter, melted
• Dark chocolate, finely chopped
• Sea salt flakes
• Optional: Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Place the sliced bread pieces on a baking sheet.
3. Brush melted butter on both sides of each bread slice.
4. Bake the bread slices in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden and crisp.
5. Remove the bread slices from the oven and let them cool slightly.
6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth and melted.
7. Spread a generous amount of melted chocolate on top of each crostini slice.
8. Sprinkle sea salt flakes on top of the chocolate.
9. Place the chocolate-covered crostini back in the oven for another 1-2 minutes, just until the chocolate starts to melt and become glossy.
10. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
11. Serve the chocolate sea salt crostini as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat!

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