Description
Festive holiday spirits come alive with Christmas Bruschetta Wreath, a delightful appetizer mixing crisp bread, fresh ingredients, and seasonal charm. Mediterranean flavors dance across your plate, promising delicious celebration that brings family and friends together with each colorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Produce:
- 4 ripe roma tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 garlic clove
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1/2 cup soft white cheese (ricotta, cream cheese, or mozzarella pearls)
- Optional: grated parmesan
Bread and Seasonings:
- 1 baguette
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F (190°C) and position a baking sheet to crisp the baguette slices until they transform into a golden-hued canvas, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Once the bread emerges warm from the oven, delicately massage each slice with the raw edge of a garlic clove, infusing subtle aromatic notes.
- Create a vibrant medley in a mixing bowl by combining diced tomatoes, freshly chopped basil, finely minced garlic, fragrant olive oil, delicate salt, and a whisper of pepper. Allow the ingredients to mingle and release their flavors for 10 minutes.
- Tenderly incorporate the soft white cheese into the tomato mixture, creating a creamy, textured blend that will adorn the crisp baguette slices.
- Transform your serving platter into a festive circular arrangement, strategically positioning the toasted baguette slices to resemble a holiday wreath.
- Lovingly spoon the tomato and cheese mixture onto each baguette slice, ensuring an even distribution of flavors and textures.
- Elevate the presentation by adorning the wreath with delicate rosemary sprigs and, if desired, a light dusting of Parmesan cheese to add a final gourmet touch.
- Present the bruschetta wreath immediately to capture the peak of flavor and maintain the perfect balance of crisp and creamy textures.
Notes
- Maximize flavor by using ripe, in-season tomatoes for the freshest taste and vibrant color.
- Toast bread slices just until golden to prevent burning and maintain a crisp texture.
- Prepare tomato mixture shortly before serving to keep bread from becoming soggy and preserve the bruschetta’s delightful crunch.
- Adjust seasoning by adding a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra depth or red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg