Description
Create an unforgettable Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer that’s both creepy and delicious! Try this easy recipe at your next party and impress your guests!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
- 1 demi baguette
- ½ cup basil pesto
- gel food coloring (black)
- 12 ounces cherry tomatoes
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
- red pepper flakes
- fresh basil
- balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a silicone skull mold on a baking sheet, fill molds with mozzarella pearls and bake for 6-7 minutes until melted. Press down gently with an oiled spoon and cool.
- Raise the oven temperature to 475°F. Halve cherry tomatoes and place cut-side down on parchment-lined sheets. Drizzle with olive oil and season; roast for 10-15 minutes.
- Slice the baguette and toast on a baking sheet for about 8-10 minutes until golden.
- Mix basil pesto with black food coloring in a bowl until desired darkness is achieved.
- Spread black pesto on toasted baguette slices and return to the oven for another 8-10 minutes.
- Top each bruschetta with roasted tomatoes and mozzarella skulls before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bruschetta (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Customize spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes to taste. Experiment with additional toppings like olives or garlic.