Easy Bruschetta with Mozzarella

You can’t go wrong serving this Bruschetta with Mozzarella recipe! It’s a classic combination of vibrant tomatoes, fresh basil & garlic, and creamy mozzarella cheese served over perfectly toasted baguette slices. It’s a fast and easy appetizer that’s done in 15 minutes and gets rave reviews every time!

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes (chopped into quarters)
• 2 tbsp basil (chopped finely)
• 1 1/2 tbsp garlic (minced)
• 1/2 cup (2.5 oz) fresh mozzarella cheese (cut into small cubes)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (optional)
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1 large French baguette
• Olive oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. 2Chop the topping ingredients. Combine in a large bowl. Set aside to let the flavors marinate.
3. 3Slice the baguette into ½ - ¾ inch slices and brush with a little bit of olive oil. Cook on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes, or until warmed through and starting to brown. Turn on the broiler and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until nicely golden but still soft in the center.
4. 4Spoon the tomato topping on the toasted bread slices. Serve immediately.