Description
Creamy burrata bruschetta brings Italian coastal charm to your table, marrying rustic bread with silky cheese. Crisp tomatoes and fragrant basil create a luxurious Mediterranean experience you’ll savor with every delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) burrata cheese
- 2 ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 1 large baguette (sliced into 1/2-inch pieces)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 cup (15 grams) fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400°F, creating a crisp foundation for the bruschetta.
- Layer baguette slices on baking sheet, delicately brushing each with olive oil for golden perfection.
- Toast bread for 5-7 minutes until edges turn a rich, crunchy amber color.
- Craft a vibrant tomato-basil medley in a mixing bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance natural flavors.
- Allow toasted bread to cool slightly, creating a warm base for creamy burrata.
- Generously crown each slice with velvety burrata, ensuring complete coverage.
- Cascade the herbed tomato mixture atop the cheese, creating a colorful, textural landscape.
- Finish with an elegant drizzle of balsamic glaze moments before serving, adding a tangy complexity.
Notes
- Always choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the most vibrant bruschetta topping, ensuring maximum taste and freshness.
- Toast baguette slices until crispy but not too dark, allowing them to maintain a delicate crunch without burning.
- Use room temperature burrata for the creamiest texture and most luxurious mouthfeel when spreading on the toasted bread.
- Try additional herbs like oregano or thyme to customize the flavor profile and add depth to the classic recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 235 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg