Description
Creamy bruschetta dip brings classic Italian flavors into a smooth, shareable appetizer perfect for gatherings. Tangy tomatoes, fresh herbs, and rich cream cheese create a delightful blend that you’ll want to scoop up with crusty bread or crisp vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (300 g) diced tomatoes
- 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 g) sour cream
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup (10 g) fresh basil, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish and Serving:
- ¼ cup (25 g) shredded Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Toasted baguette slices, crackers, or fresh veggies
Instructions
- Craft a silky foundation by whisking cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and salt in a mixing bowl until achieving a luxurious, uniform consistency. Transfer the velvety mixture onto a decorative serving platter, spreading it into an elegant, even layer.
- Simultaneously, construct the vibrant bruschetta element by gently folding diced tomatoes with fresh basil, aromatic garlic, rich olive oil, and tangy balsamic vinegar. Season the medley with a delicate sprinkle of salt and cracked pepper, allowing the ingredients to harmonize and intensify their flavors for approximately 10-15 minutes.
- Layer the zesty tomato mixture atop the creamy base, ensuring an even distribution that creates an appetizing visual contrast. For an additional flavor dimension, generously dust the surface with finely grated Parmesan cheese.
- Present the dip immediately alongside crisp, golden-toasted baguette slices, artisan crackers, or a colorful array of fresh vegetable crudités, inviting guests to dive into this luxurious appetizer.
Notes
- Enhance the dip’s creaminess by using room temperature cream cheese for smoother blending and easier mixing.
- Drain excess liquid from tomatoes to prevent the dip from becoming watery and maintain a perfect consistency.
- Customize the herbs by substituting fresh basil with other options like oregano or thyme for a unique flavor profile.
- Prepare the bruschetta topping in advance and refrigerate for deeper, more intense taste development before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg