Ciabatta Bites

Fall Ciabatta Toasts

The crisp night air signals that fall is just around the corner. These warm ciabatta toasts are quick to prepare and perfect for entertaining, featuring both a savory tomato jam option and a cozy apple butter variation.

Recipe Overview

• Skill Level: Easy
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

Tomato Jam Build

• Ciabatta loaf
• Sweet tomato jam
• Bacon
• Goat cheese (or bleu cheese)
• Diced red onion
• Diced tomato
• Fresh basil

Apple Butter Build

• Ciabatta loaf
• Apple butter
• Ham
• Brie cheese
• Arugula

Directions

Tomato Jam Build

1. Slice the ciabatta loaf in half lengthwise.
2. Layer ingredients in this order: sweet tomato jam, bacon, goat cheese, diced red onion, and diced tomato.
3. Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes, until toasted.
4. Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh basil.
5. Cut into strips and serve warm.

Apple Butter Build

1. Slice the ciabatta loaf in half lengthwise.
2. Layer ingredients in this order: apple butter, ham, and brie.
3. Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes, until toasted.
4. Top with fresh arugula.
5. Cut into strips and serve warm.