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Burrata & Basil Bruschetta with Juicy Tomatoes

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This Burrata & Basil Bruschetta with Juicy Tomatoes is a fresh and flavorful appetizer made with creamy burrata cheese, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil served on crisp, toasted bread. It’s an easy and elegant summer bruschetta recipe perfect for entertaining or enjoying with a glass of wine.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 bruschetta pieces
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack, Entertaining
  • Method: No-Cook / Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 ball fresh burrata cheese
  • 1 cup cherry or heirloom tomatoes, chopped or halved
  • 6–8 fresh basil leaves, torn or julienned
  • 1–2 teaspoons balsamic glaze or balsamic vinegar (optional)
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 baguette or loaf of crusty bread, sliced
  • 1 garlic clove, halved (for rubbing on toasted bread)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice baguette into ½-inch slices and place on a baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle each slice lightly with olive oil and toast for 8–10 minutes, until golden.
  4. While the bread is toasting, combine chopped tomatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, and basil in a bowl. Let it sit for flavors to meld.
  5. Once the toast is out of the oven, rub each slice gently with the cut side of a garlic clove.
  6. Spoon the tomato mixture on top of each piece of toast.
  7. Tear the burrata and place a portion on top of each bruschetta.
  8. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze or vinegar, plus more basil, salt, and pepper if desired.
  9. Serve immediately while bread is warm and crispy.

Notes

  • Use roasted tomatoes when fresh ones are out of season.
  • A drizzle of honey adds a lovely sweet contrast.
  • Store the tomato mixture separately; toast the bread fresh before serving.
  • Assemble just before serving to maintain texture.

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