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Creamy Bruschetta Dip Recipe

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This creamy bruschetta dip is a delicious twist on traditional bruschetta, combining smooth cream cheese with fresh tomatoes, basil, garlic, and olive oil, baked to golden perfection. It's perfect for parties or as a flavorful appetizer paired with toasted baguette slices or crackers.

Ingredients

Dip Ingredients

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Fresh Tomatoes diced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil extra virgin
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Optional Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Chopped Olives for a briny kick
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Feta for tangy flavor
  • 1/4 cup Jalapeños minced for heat

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
  2. Beat Cream Cheese: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Gently fold in diced tomatoes, chopped basil, minced garlic, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined. Add any optional ingredients if desired.
  4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish to ensure even cooking.
  5. Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the dip is bubbling and golden on top.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the dip cool for 5 minutes before serving with toasted baguette slices or crackers for dipping.

Notes

  • For a spicier dip, include the minced jalapeños listed in the optional ingredients.
  • Substitute cream cheese with a vegan cream cheese alternative to make the dip vegan-friendly.
  • Use sun-dried tomatoes and olives to enhance depth and briny flavor.
  • Serve immediately for the best warm, creamy texture.
  • Leftover dip can be refrigerated and gently reheated before serving.

Find it online: https://sweetworldcooks.com/creamy-bruschetta-dip-recipe/