Best Cream Cheese And Pesto Bruschetta With Fresh Basil Recipes
BASIL CREAM CHEESE BRUSCHETTA
This appealing appetizer takes classic bruschetta to new heights. Instead of olive oil, these savory treats are spread with reduced-fat cream cheese, then topped with tomato, green onion and ripe olives.-Michelle Wentz, Fort Polk, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 6-8 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the tomato, onion and olives; set aside. , Combine cream cheese and basil; spread over the untoasted side of bread. Broil 3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown. Top with tomato mixture. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PESTO BRUSCHETTA
My daughter came up with this recipe and I'm asked for a copy of it every time I make it. It's easy to switch up the flavor by using different types of pesto. -Shirley Dickstein, Parma, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 29 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Arrange bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread with pesto; top with tomatoes and cheese. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PESTO CREAM CHEESE STRAWBERRY BRUSCHETTA
If you're looking for a snack, an appetizer for those summer parties or just a fun relaxing no fuss dinner at home these bruschetta bites will totally be your jam. Full of flavor using only fresh ingredients!
Provided by Joyful Healthy Eats
Yield 20 - 24 bites
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Instructions
- Make Homemade Pesto. Set aside.
- Toast baguette slices. (I toasted mine using a panini press. It's easy and a great way to get the kids to help)
- Assemble Bites. Spread Arla Plain cream cheese on toasted baguette, top with a dollop of pesto, and a sliced strawberry.
- To assemble Blueberry Cream Cheese Bites: spread Arla Blueberry cream cheese on toasted baguette, top with a sliced strawberry and fresh sliced basil.
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