Description
Festive feta bruschetta wreath brings Mediterranean magic to holiday gatherings, blending crisp bread, tangy cheese, and fresh herbs. Guests will savor each elegant bite of this colorful, shareable appetizer that sparks conversation and celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 French baguette, sliced into 1-inch pieces (about 20 slices)
- 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
Oils and Fats:
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a moderate temperature of 350°F (175°C) to prepare for toasting the baguette slices.
- Create a savory brushing liquid by blending melted butter with olive oil, ensuring complete coverage of each bread slice on both surfaces.
- Position the baguette slices evenly across a baking sheet, allowing them to transform into crisp, golden platforms for the topping.
- Bake the bread for approximately 10 minutes until edges turn a delicate golden hue and surfaces become lightly crisped.
- While bread toasts, craft a vibrant medley by combining diced tomatoes, aromatic garlic, freshly chopped basil, and crumbled feta cheese in a mixing bowl.
- Artfully arrange the toasted bread slices in a circular formation on a large serving platter, creating a festive wreath-like presentation.
- Generously distribute the tomato-feta mixture across each bread slice, ensuring balanced coverage and visual appeal.
- Return the assembled bruschetta to the oven, allowing the ingredients to meld and warm through for 8-10 minutes.
- Enhance the visual charm by adorning the wreath’s center with delicate fresh basil sprigs, creating a stunning holiday appetizer.
- Serve immediately while the bruschetta remains warm, inviting guests to enjoy this festive and flavorful treat.
Notes
- Select crusty, day-old baguette for maximum crunch and better absorption of butter-olive oil mixture.
- Opt for ripe, firm tomatoes to prevent excessive moisture and soggy bread texture.
- Experiment with alternative cheese options like goat cheese or mozzarella for different flavor profiles.
- Prepare bruschetta mixture just before serving to maintain fresh, vibrant ingredients and prevent bread from becoming too soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg