Burrata Bruschetta: Easy Appetizer with Turkey Bacon Delight
An easy and delicious appetizer featuring creamy burrata cheese and crispy turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking and sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-free (if using gluten-free baguette)
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices baguette
- 4 ounces burrata cheese
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- While the bread is baking, cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy, then chop.
- In a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, garlic, basil, and balsamic glaze.
- Spread burrata cheese on the toasted baguette slices.
- Top with the tomato mixture and sprinkle with turkey bacon.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- This appetizer can be prepared in advance; assemble just before serving.
- Feel free to add additional toppings like avocado or red onion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg