Description
Festive flavors collide in this Christmas Burrata Bruschetta, blending Italian elegance with holiday cheer. Crisp bread, creamy burrata, and seasonal pomegranate create a merry appetizer you’ll want to savor at every celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Protein:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) burrata cheese, torn into pieces
- 6–8 slices salami
Main Produce:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 whole garlic clove (for rubbing)
- 6–8 slices ciabatta or sourdough bread
Seasoning and Oil:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for brushing)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Prepare a vibrant tomato medley by mixing chopped cherry tomatoes with finely minced garlic, torn fresh basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, and a delicate sprinkle of sea salt. Allow the mixture to rest and develop rich flavors for approximately 10 minutes.
- Heat the oven to a precise 400°F (200°C). Carefully slice artisan bread into even pieces, generously brushing each slice with olive oil and seasoning with a light touch of salt. Bake the bread for 8-10 minutes until achieving a golden, crisp texture.
- While the toasted bread is still warm, gently rub each slice with a whole garlic clove to infuse an aromatic essence throughout the crisp surface.
- Artfully spread creamy burrata across the toasted bread slices, creating a luxurious base for the subsequent layers.
- Delicately arrange thin slices of salami atop the burrata, ensuring even coverage and complementary flavors.
- Spoon the marinated tomato mixture generously over the salami, allowing the vibrant mixture to cascade across the bruschetta.
- Enhance the presentation by drizzling a rich balsamic glaze in an elegant pattern, then garnish with additional fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and herbaceous notes.
- Serve the bruschetta immediately to preserve the perfect balance of warm, crisp bread and cool, creamy toppings.
Notes
- Marinate tomatoes longer for deeper flavor infusion, allowing herbs and garlic to blend beautifully with olive oil.
- Choose room temperature burrata for creamy, luxurious texture that spreads effortlessly on warm toasted bread.
- Swap salami with prosciutto or roasted vegetables for vegetarian and lighter options that maintain the festive spirit.
- Toast bread just before serving to preserve crispness and prevent sogginess, ensuring a delightful crunch with every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 34
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg