Cream Cheese Bruschetta
This creamy and flavorful twist on classic bruschetta features a seasoned cream cheese spread on toasted baguette slices, topped with marinated tomatoes. A perfect appetizer or snack for any gathering!
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Mixing bowls
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 French baguette sliced
- ¼ cup + 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 large Roma tomatoes diced
- 4 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 sprig fresh basil thinly sliced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Cream Cheese Spread:
- 8 ounces block-style cream cheese softened
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- ½ teaspoon crushed black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Spread: In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with chili flakes, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth. Set aside.8 ounces block-style cream cheese, ½ teaspoon chili flakes, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon crushed black pepper
- Marinate the Tomatoes: In another bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, ¼ cup olive oil, chopped garlic, basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and adjust seasoning if needed. Set aside.4 large Roma tomatoes, 4 cloves garlic, 1 sprig fresh basil, Salt and black pepper to taste
- Toast the Baguette: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until lightly toasted.1 French baguette, ¼ cup + 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Assemble and Serve: Spread about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each toasted baguette slice, then top with 1 tablespoon of the marinated tomatoes. Serve immediately and enjoy!
