Best 7 Cheesy Bruschetta Spread Recipes

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**Cheesy Bruschetta Spread: A Delightful Appetizer for Any Occasion**

Bruschetta is a classic Italian appetizer that is both simple to make and bursting with flavor. This cheesy bruschetta spread takes the traditional recipe to the next level with a creamy, cheesy filling that is sure to please everyone. Made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and a blend of cheeses, this spread is perfect for serving on crostini, crackers, or even as a dip for vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover bread or rolls. In this article, we'll provide you with two delicious recipes for cheesy bruschetta spread: a classic version and a spicy version with a kick. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So gather your ingredients and let's get started on creating this delightful appetizer that will be the star of your next party or gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BASIL CREAM CHEESE BRUSCHETTA



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This appealing appetizer takes classic bruschetta to new heights. Instead of olive oil, these savory treats are spread with reduced-fat cream cheese, then topped with tomato, green onion and ripe olives.-Michelle Wentz, Fort Polk, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 slices French bread (1/2 inch thick)
1/2 cup chopped seeded tomato
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
1 tablespoon chopped ripe olives
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 6-8 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion and olives; set aside. , Combine cream cheese and basil; spread over the untoasted side of bread. Broil 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown. Top with tomato mixture. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GIARDINIERA BRUSCHETTA



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

One 16-ounce French loaf
4 tablespoons (57 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons (30 grams) mayonnaise
1/2 cup (60 grams) shredded provolone
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped, plus more for garnish
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 to 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
2 large cloves garlic, grated finely
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Couple turns black pepper
1 cup (140 grams) Italian giardiniera, drained and chopped
Grated Parmesan, for topping

Steps:

  • Place an oven rack in the middle position. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Split the loaf lengthwise and place cut-side-up on the baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl, combine the butter, mayonnaise, provolone, oregano, parsley, basil, red pepper flakes, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper and mix with a small rubber spatula until fully combined.
  • Spread an even layer of the butter mixture on the cut sides of the bread. Bake until the cheese has dark spots and the edges of the bread are golden brown and crisp, begin checking at 12 minutes. Remove from the oven.
  • Scatter the giardiniera all over the bread. Top with Parmesan and fresh herbs. Slice and serve immediately.

BRUSCHETTA



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This easy bruschetta recipe is a go-to summer appetizer that will leave everyone satisfied and coming back for more. Perfect for summer parties, weeknight dinners, or even weekend brunch!

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 Tbsp minced fresh garlic
26 oz. roma tomatoes, (diced (about 7-8) )
1/4 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar, (or more to taste)
3/4 tsp kosher salt, (then more to taste)
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped basil ribbons ((chiffonade))
1 (14.5 oz) loaf hearty french bread (such as La Brea), (sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices (about 12 slices))

Steps:

  • For tomato mixture: Heat olive oil in a small skillet or saucepan over medium-low heat. Add garlic and saute until just starting to turn golden (don't brown it), about 1 minute.
  • Pour into a large mixing bowl. Let cool while you chop the tomatoes and basil.
  • Pour tomatoes into bowl with cooled oil mixture. Add parmesan, basil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss mixture well. Serve right away over toasted bread (spoon some of the juices along with it). Garnish with more parmesan if desired.
  • To toast bread*: position oven rack a few inches below broil and preheat broiler. Align bread slices on an 18 by 13-inch baking sheet. Broil first side until golden brown, about 1 minute (don't walk away and keep and eye on them they'll brown quickly), then flip slices to opposite side and broil opposite side until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 358 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY BRUSCHETTA BITES



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mini fillo shells stuffed with garlic and herb soft cheese and topped off with fresh bruschetta. It's perfect for any kind of any time and any party!

Provided by Star @ the skinny-ish dish

Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 container Alouette Garlic and Herb Soft Cheese Spread
30 mini Fillo Shells (they come in packages of 15 and you can find them in the frozen section near desserts)
5 roma tomatoes (sliced in half and flesh scooped out)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup fresh basil (extra for garnish)
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp olive oil
sea salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place mini fillo shells in and bake for about 5 minutes.
  • Chop tomatoes up, place in a bowl and add basil, garlic, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste- stir together and set aside.
  • Grab a plastic baggie and a cup or a bowl. Fit the baggie in to the cup so that you can scoop the garlic and herb cheese into it. Fold up like you would a pastry bag and cut the tip off. This makes it easy and quick to get the cheese into shells.
  • Evenly pipe a small amount of cheese into each shell.
  • Top cheese with a small scoop of bruschetta. Garnish with fresh basil.
  • Optional, but delicious if you have the time: Place Cheesy Bruschetta Bites back into a 350 degree oven for 5 minutes just before serving.

EASY CHEESY BRUSCHETTA



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I only make bruschetta when my garden tomatoes are ripe and my herbs are ready and this is the recipe I use. We all look forward to summer, ripe tomates, fresh herbs, and bruschetta. From allrecipes originally.

Provided by Lvs2Cook

Categories     Vegetable

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/2 sweet onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
Italian bread, baguette sliced into 1 inch slices
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, onion, olive oil, oregano, basil and parsley. Place bread on a baking sheet and top with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until bottom of bread has browned.
  • Allow to cool about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.8, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 5.5, Sodium 101.1, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3, Protein 3.4

BRUSCHETTA III



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This is a bruschetta recipe I came up with for a dinner party.

Provided by Susan

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Bruschetta Recipes

Time 12m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 French baguette
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 roma (plum) tomatoes, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch ground white pepper
1 (8 ounce) package sliced mozzarella cheese
1 (6 ounce) package sliced provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Slice the baguette into 1/2 inch thick diagonal slices. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Brush both sides of each slice with the olive oil. Place tomato slices and a sprinkling of basil and oregano on the bread slices. Sprinkle the tomatoes, basil and oregano with the garlic powder and white pepper. Cover the tomato slices with slices of the mozzarella and provolone. Place more basil, oregano and tomato slices on top of the cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 43.4 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 972.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

CHEESY BRUSCHETTA



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Toasted bread slices are topped with a mixture of tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and basil in this bruschetta appetizer.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 16m

Yield Makes 16 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large ripe tomato, seeded, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 tsp. dried basil leaves
1/8 tsp. each salt and pepper
4 slices sourdough bread
4 KRAFT 2% Milk Mozzarella Singles

Steps:

  • Mix tomato, garlic, oil, basil, salt and pepper.
  • Place bread on cookie sheet. Broil 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly toasted.
  • Spoon tomato mixture on toasted bread; top with 2% Milk Singles. Broil 2 to 3 minutes or until 2% Milk Singles begin to melt. Cut into quarters.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 95 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

Tips

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best bruschetta.
  • If the tomatoes are not ripe enough, you can roast them in the oven to concentrate their flavor.
  • Use a good quality olive oil for the best flavor.
  • Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the tomatoes to taste.
  • If you like, you can add other ingredients to the bruschetta, such as diced onion, chopped basil, or crumbled feta cheese.
  • Serve the bruschetta warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion

Cheesy bruschetta is a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with fresh tomatoes, basil, and cheese, and it is served on toasted bread. Cheesy bruschetta is a great way to enjoy the flavors of summer, and it is sure to be a hit with your guests.

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