Description
This vibrant, sweet-and-savory Tomato Jam Bruschetta is the perfect appetizer for your next gathering! With a tangy, rich tomato jam spread over crispy toasted baguette slices, topped with fresh basil, and drizzled with balsamic glaze, it’s a simple yet elegant treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- 1 cup tomato jam (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded or torn into small pieces (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Baguette:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. - Assemble the Bruschetta:
Spread about 1-2 teaspoons of tomato jam on each toasted baguette slice. If you’re using mozzarella cheese, sprinkle a small amount of cheese over the jam. - Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle the chopped basil over the jam and cheese (if using), and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with additional basil leaves. - Serve Immediately:
Serve the bruschetta warm, and enjoy this perfect combination of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors.
Notes
- If you don’t have tomato jam, you can make a quick homemade version by simmering fresh tomatoes, sugar, vinegar, and a bit of garlic until thickened into a jam-like consistency.
- For a richer flavor, add a small dollop of ricotta or goat cheese on top of the tomato jam before the basil and balsamic glaze.
- You can also add some thinly sliced prosciutto for an extra layer of flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Toasting, Assembling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of bruschetta
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 150mg