Baked Goat Cheese Bruschetta Dip with Garlic Toast
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This baked goat cheese bruschetta dip with garlic toast is the ultimate cozy appetizer for gatherings. Creamy goat cheese is baked until golden and topped with a flavorful bruschetta made from Tuttorosso diced tomatoes. Paired with roasted garlic toast, this easy-to-make dip is perfect for any occasion.
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ingredients
For the Garlic Toast
- 1 head of garlic
- Red pepper flakes (optional), to taste
- Olive oil, as needed
- Kosher salt, to taste
- 1 baguette, toasted and sliced
- 3 tablespoons butter
ingredients
For the Goat Cheese Dip
- 8 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Drizzle of olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
ingredients
For the Bruschetta Topping
- 2 (14.5 ounce) cans Tuttorosso Diced Tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Drizzle of olive oil
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional), to taste
ingredients
For the Toppings
- Fresh chopped parsley
- Toasted panko breadcrumbs
- Drizzle of balsamic glaze
Method
To roast the garlic:
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Step 2
Slice the top off a head of garlic, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Wrap it in foil or place it in a small baking dish and cover. Roast for about 40 minutes or until the garlic is soft and caramelized.
To make the goat cheese dip:
Step 1
In a bowl, mix together softened goat cheese, cream cheese, Parmesan, olive oil, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Spread the mixture into an even layer in a baking dish. Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, or until the cheese starts to brown on top.
Prepare the bruschetta:
Step 1
While the goat cheese bakes, combine the Tuttorosso diced tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.
Step 2
Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes to meld the flavors.
To assemble the dip:
Step 1
Once the goat cheese dip is baked, spoon the bruschetta mixture on top.
Step 2
Sprinkle with toasted panko breadcrumbs, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and garnish with chopped parsley.
Step 3
Toast the sliced baguette until golden brown. Spread butter on each slice and top with the roasted garlic.