Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Three-Cheese Tomato Bruschetta Dip, a decadent appetizer perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
For the roasted tomatoes:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the cheese mixture:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- Toast baguette slices or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roast the tomatoes: Toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for 15–20 minutes until soft.
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Spread in a baking dish.
- Add tomatoes and bake: Top the cheese mixture with roasted tomatoes. Bake for 15–18 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Serve: Sprinkle with fresh basil and serve warm with toasted baguette slices or crackers.
Notes
- Enhance with a drizzle of balsamic glaze
- Make ahead and bake before serving
- Substitute ricotta with goat cheese for a tangy twist
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of dip
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
