Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer
Create a spooky yet delicious Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer with black pesto, roasted tomatoes, and mozzarella skulls. Perfect for festive gatherings!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
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 for garnish
- balsamic vinegar glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place mozzarella pearls in a silicone skull mold and bake for 6 to 7 minutes until slightly melted.
- Increase oven temperature to 475°F (245°C). Halve cherry tomatoes, place cut side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season. Roast for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Cut the baguette into ½-inch slices and toast in the oven for about 8 to 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine basil pesto with black food coloring until desired color is achieved.
- Spread black pesto on each baguette slice and return them to the oven until edges are golden.
- Assemble by topping each slice with roasted tomatoes and mozzarella skulls, then drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta slice (45g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Find it online: https://kitchenwarmth.com/halloween-bruschetta-appetizer/