Description
Cute bruschetta is a heart-shaped Valentine’s Day appetizer made with crispy baguette slices, creamy goat cheese, and a fresh tomato basil topping. This romantic, easy appetizer comes together in just 20 minutes and is perfect for Valentine’s Day, date nights, or festive parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices fresh baguette bread
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 ripe tomatoes, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 4 oz goat cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Cut baguette slices into heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Brush both sides of bread hearts with olive oil.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Allow toast hearts to cool slightly, then spread goat cheese on each piece.
- In a bowl, mix tomatoes, garlic, basil, balsamic vinegar, remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon tomato mixture over each bruschetta heart.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
Notes
Do not assemble bruschetta while bread is hot to prevent sogginess. Assemble just before serving for best texture and presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bruschetta hearts
- Calories: 192
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cute bruschetta recipe, valentines day appetizer, heart shaped bruschetta, romantic appetizers