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Simple Christmas Bruschetta Wreath: A Festive Appetizer You’ll Love

Simple Christmas Bruschetta Wreath: A Festive Delight You’ll Love

A vibrant centerpiece for your holiday table, this Simple Christmas Bruschetta Wreath combines juicy tomatoes, creamy cheese, and fragrant basil on crispy baguette slices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Bruschetta Topping
  • 4 medium Roma Tomatoes Choose ripe for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Substitute with parsley if desired.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Consider roasting for mild flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to personal taste.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to personal taste.
Base
  • 1 loaf Baguette Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 clove Garlic For rubbing on baguette.
Garnish
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Adds holiday aroma.
  • 1 cup Soft White Cheese e.g., ricotta or cream cheese.
  • optional Grated Parmesan For added savory kick.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • medium bowl
  • Large Platter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick pieces and arrange on a baking sheet. Toast for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  3. Rub the toasted baguette slices with a halved garlic clove.
  4. In a bowl, combine diced Roma tomatoes, basil, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
  5. Arrange toasted baguette slices in a circular wreath shape on a platter.
  6. Top each baguette slice with the tomato mixture and dollops of soft white cheese.
  7. Garnish with fresh rosemary and drizzle with olive oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Assemble the wreath just before serving to keep the bread crunchy. You can prepare the tomato topping in advance but wait to assemble.

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