Description
Bruschetta Pizza is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the classic toppings of bruschetta with a crispy baguette base. Perfect for gatherings or family dinners, this easy-to-make recipe features fresh tomatoes, aromatic basil, and gooey mozzarella, all drizzled with balsamic glaze for added sweetness. With minimal effort, you can impress your friends and family with this delightful fusion that’s sure to spark conversations and appetites alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 fresh baguette (about 12 oz)
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into pieces
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the baguette diagonally into 1-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, mix tomatoes, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper. Let sit for flavors to meld.
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet. Top each with the tomato mixture and mozzarella. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and bread is crispy.
- Remove from oven; drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg