Elf Shoe Toast Bites (Printable)

Crisp elf shoe shaped toast bites perfect for festive boards, great with savory or sweet toppings and dips.

# What You Need:

→ Bread

01 - 8 slices sandwich bread (white, whole wheat, or brioche)

→ Toppings & Garnishes

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/4 cup strawberry jam
05 - 1/4 cup sliced cucumbers
06 - 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1/4 cup mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
08 - Fresh herbs (parsley, basil) for garnish
09 - 2 tablespoons sprinkles or colored sugar (optional)

→ Optional Extras

10 - 1/4 cup smoked salmon
11 - 1/4 cup prosciutto
12 - 1/4 cup hummus

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a sharp knife or elf shoe-shaped cookie cutter, cut each bread slice into an elf shoe shape. Reserve or discard scraps.
03 - Place the elf shoe-shaped bread pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush them with melted butter.
04 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp. Allow to cool slightly.
05 - Arrange the toast bites on a serving board, separating savory and sweet sections as desired.
06 - For savory bites, spread cream cheese and top with cucumber, cherry tomato, mozzarella, smoked salmon, prosciutto, or hummus. Garnish with fresh herbs.
07 - For sweet bites, spread cream cheese and strawberry jam. Decorate with sprinkles or colored sugar if desired.
08 - Serve the toast bites promptly with additional toppings and spreads on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with just bread and your favorite toppings.
  • Perfect for holiday or brunch gatherings as a charming appetizer.
  • Customizable with sweet or savory toppings to suit every palate.
  • Fun for kids to help create the elf shoe shapes.
  • Vegetarian-friendly and adaptable for gluten-free diets.
02 -
  • Use a sharp knife or a cookie cutter for clean and consistent elf shoe shapes.
  • Brush bread lightly with melted butter for even browning and crisp texture.
  • Turn the toast bites halfway through baking for uniform golden color.
  • Let toast cool slightly before adding moist toppings to prevent sogginess.
  • Keep extra toppings on the side for guests to customize their bites.
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