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    Simple Caprese Bruschetta

    Published: Apr 5, 2022 by Lara Yamagata ·

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    This refreshing Caprese Bruschetta made with tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil is a quick and simple appetizer that will entertain your guests during long summer days!

    caprese bruschetta drizzled with balsamic glaze

    With warmer and longer days just around the corner, nothing beats simple food made with fresh ingredients. This Caprese Bruschetta is ready in under 20 minutes and requires just 6 fresh ingredients!

    A perfect way to use up extra tomatoes when in peak season, this recipe cannot get any simpler! This Caprese Bruschetta is ideal for parties, get-togethers, picnics, and barbecue nights. It requires no special cooking techniques and can be easily made in bulk to entertain your guests - and they will certainly thank you for it!

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    • Ingredients
    • How to Make Caprese Bruschetta
    • Substitutions
    • Equipment
    • Making Ahead and Storing
    • Other Summer Appetizer Recipes
    • Simple Caprese Bruschetta

    Ingredients

    The key for the best bruschetta is to use fresh topping ingredients (tomatoes, garlic, basil, mozzarella), good-quality olive oil, and day-old rustic bread.

    The Bread - For this bruschetta, I would recommend using "ciabatta" bread or other rustic-type bread or French baguette. These types of bread can be toasted to crispy perfection without getting burnt and then topped with your favourite toppings. Day-old bread is best, but fresh bread works too!

    Olive Oil - You'll need good quality extra-virgin olive oil to brush the bread slices before baking them.

    Garlic - Fresh garlic is used rub the top part of the bruschetta whilst still warm. Large garlic cloves are ideal to use here.

    Mozzarella - You'll need good quality fresh mozzarella or buffallo mozzarella. You can either slice a large ball of mozzarella or use store-bought baby mozzarella balls.

    Tomatoes - Ripened cherry or grape tomatoes are the best for bruschetta. If these are not available, you can use regular tomatoes, or whatever is in season (diced).

    Basil - A handful of fresh basil leaves for the ultimate caprese flavor!

    ingredients for caprese bruschetta

    How to Make Caprese Bruschetta

    Preparation

    Preheat the oven to 200°C (400F).

    Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Alternatively, you can use a clean oven grid.

    Slice the bread diagonally into ¼" thick slices.

    Use a pastry brush to lightly brush each side with olive oil.

    slices of ciabatta brushed with olive oil

    Baking

    Place oiled bread slices on the prepared baking sheet/oven grid and bake for 4-6 minutes on each side, or until crispy and golden brown.

    Garlic Rub

    Peel and slice the garlic in half lengthwise.

    Rub the surface of each slice of brushcetta with garlic whilst still warm (not hot!).

    Topping

    Wash and slice (or dice) the tomatoes.

    If using a large ball of mozzarella, slice into thin slices.

    Assembly

    Top each bruschetta with 1-2 tsp. of tomatoes, a slice of mozzarella, and fresh basil.

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

    Drizzle with balsamic glaze or extra olive oil as desired.

    Serve immediately!

    bruschetta caprese

    Substitutions

    Burrata can be used instead of mozzarella. Burrata tends to have a stronger taste and a softer texture than the more elastic mozzarella. Also, burrata has more calories than mozzarella.

    If cherry or grape tomatoes are not available, you can use whatever tomatoes are in season and available. Larger tomatoes may need to be diced, rather than halved. Also, remember to remove the seeds of large tomatoes before using as they will make your bruschetta bitter and soggy.

    Equipment

    This recipe requires minimal kitchen equipment:

    • Baking sheet and parchment paper or oven grid
    • Pastry brush to brush bruschetta with olive oil
    • Bread knife to slice bread
    • Kitchen knife for slicing tomatoes, mozzarella, and garlic
    • Small glass bowl for olive oil
    caprese bruschetta on serving board

    Making Ahead and Storing

    Whilst the filling (tomatoes) can be prepared up to 1 day ahead in batches and refrigerated, this Caprese Bruschetta should be toasted and served fresh.

    Unfortunately, if bruschetta is assembled too early, it will turn soggy and lose its crispiness.

    Other Summer Appetizer Recipes

    Whipped Ricotta Apricot Crostini

    Simple Caprese Salad Bites

    Prosciutto, Brie and Arugula Bruschetta

    a serving of bruschetta caprese

    Simple Caprese Bruschetta

    This refreshing Caprese Bruschetta made with tomatoes, mozzarella, and fresh basil is a quick and simple appetizer that will entertain your guests during long summer days!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish, starter
    Cuisine Italian, Mediterranean
    Servings 8
    Calories 158 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 slices ciabatta or classic French baguette sliced around ¼" thick, or rustic/sourdough bread
    • 2-3 tbsp. good quality extra-virgin olive oil + extra for drizzling
    • 2 large garlic cloves sliced in half
    • 150 g fresh mozzarella or burrata, sliced
    • 150 g cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, diced
    • handful fresh basil leaves
    • balsamic glaze optional
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 200°C (400F) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. You can also use the oven grid.
    • Slice the bread diagonally into ¼" thick slices.
    • Using a pastry brush, lightly brush both sides of each slice of bread with olive oil. Place on baking sheet and bake for 8-12 minutes, turning each slice half-way through. The bread should be crispy and golden brown.
    • Bring bruschetta out of the oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes. Whilst the bread is still warm, rub the top of each slice with garlic.
    • Top each piece of bruschetta with a slice of mozzarella, 1-2 teaspoons of diced tomatoes, and a fresh basil leaf. Season wtih salt and pepper, and drizzle with balsamic glaze or more olive oil if desired. Serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 158kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 257mgPotassium: 58mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 219IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword basil, bruschetta, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella
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