Description
Creamy bruschetta dip introduces a smooth Italian-inspired appetizer that blends classic tomato freshness with rich cream cheese. Mediterranean flavors dance across your palate, offering a delightful twist on traditional bruschetta for quick entertaining or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Creamy Base Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 grams) sour cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Bruschetta Topping Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (300 grams) diced tomatoes (Roma or cherry tomatoes)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup (10 grams) fresh basil, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper
Garnish and Serving:
- ¼ cup (25 grams) shredded parmesan cheese (optional)
- Toasted baguette slices
- Crackers
- Fresh vegetables
Instructions
- Craft a velvety foundation by whisking cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl until the texture becomes uniformly smooth and creamy.
- Carefully spread the luxurious cream mixture across a decorative serving platter, ensuring an even layer that provides a perfect base for the upcoming topping.
- Create a vibrant bruschetta medley by gently folding diced tomatoes, freshly chopped basil, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, and tangy balsamic vinegar together in a separate bowl.
- Generously season the tomato mixture with a delicate pinch of salt and cracked black pepper, allowing the ingredients to harmonize and intensify their flavors for approximately 10-15 minutes.
- Artfully distribute the bruschetta topping across the cream cheese base, creating an appetizing visual contrast between the white creamy layer and the ruby-red tomato mixture.
- Enhance the dip’s complexity by sprinkling a light dusting of finely grated Parmesan cheese over the surface, adding a subtle nutty dimension.
- Present the dip immediately alongside crisp toasted baguette slices, assorted crackers, or a colorful array of fresh vegetable crudités for a delightful and elegant appetizer experience.
Notes
- Enhance the cream cheese mixture’s smoothness by using room temperature ingredients for easier blending and a silkier texture.
- Drain excess liquid from diced tomatoes to prevent a watery topping that could make the dip runny and less appealing.
- Customize the dip for different dietary needs by using low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative to sour cream.
- Elevate the flavor profile by letting the bruschetta topping marinate longer, allowing the herbs and garlic to develop a more intense taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg