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Cream Cheese Bruschetta

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Ingredients

Bread:

  • 16 slices French baguette or rustic sourdough loaf, sliced and toasted

Cream Cheese Spread:

  • 4 ounces block-style cream cheese softened
  • 1 tablespoon(s) basil fresh, chiffonade

Bruschetta:

  • 1 pound roma tomatoes diced
  • 1/2 cup white onion diced
  • 1/2 cup basil fresh, chiffonade
  • 2 garlic cloves medium in size, minced
  • 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese shredded off the block (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.

Bread:

  • Slice the baguette into ½-inch thick slices, and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for about 10 minutes until the bread is lightly toasted. Remove from oven and set aside.
    16 slices French baguette

Cream Cheese Spread:

  • Place the softened cream cheese and basil in a small bowl. Use a spoon to combine. Set aside.
    4 ounces block-style cream cheese, 1 tablespoon(s) basil

Tomato Bruschetta:

  • Place the tomatoes, onions, garlic, basil, and olive oil in a medium bowl. Stir to combine. Taste, and season with salt and pepper.
    1 pound roma tomatoes, 1/2 cup white onion, 1/2 cup basil, 2 garlic cloves, 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil, Salt and pepper

Assembly:

  • Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of basil cream cheese onto each slice of toasted bread. Top with about 1 - 1 ½ tablespoons of bruschetta mixture. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
    1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • Serve immediately. The bruschetta may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Store unassembled in separate containers for best results.
  • Please see information in the post/article for answers to frequently asked questions.

Notes

*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 2 pieces of bruschetta. Actual calories will vary.
 
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
Nutrition Facts
Cream Cheese Bruschetta
Serving Size
 
2 pieces
Amount per Serving
Calories
276
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Cholesterol
 
4
mg
1
%
Sodium
 
565
mg
25
%
Potassium
 
679
mg
19
%
Carbohydrates
 
43
g
14
%
Fiber
 
8
g
33
%
Sugar
 
6
g
7
%
Protein
 
13
g
26
%
Vitamin A
 
621
IU
12
%
Vitamin C
 
9
mg
11
%
Calcium
 
496
mg
50
%
Iron
 
16
mg
89
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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