Description
A quick and easy recipe for Savory Goat Cheese Bruschetta, perfect as an appetizer or snack. This dish combines toasted bread with creamy goat cheese and fresh tomatoes, making it a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 log goat cheese (8 oz)
- 2 oz cream cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 baguette, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring goat cheese to room temperature.
- Slice the baguette at a 45° angle and brush with olive oil. Toast under a broiler for 1–2 minutes per side.
- In a bowl, combine softened goat cheese and cream cheese if using. Add olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy.
- Toss halved tomatoes with chopped basil, salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Spread a layer of goat cheese mixture on each toasted slice, top with a spoonful of the tomato mixture, and finish with a basil leaf.
- For a warm version, combine the cheese and tomato mixture in an oven-safe dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes.
Notes
Ensure the cheese is softened before spreading to avoid tearing the bread. You can make a warm dip version for a comforting treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crostini
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg