Description
Elevate your appetizer game with this delightful Tomato Jam Bruschetta recipe. Sweet and savory cherry tomato jam on crispy baguette slices, topped with creamy goat cheese and fresh basil – a perfect balance of flavors for any gathering.
Ingredients
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Cherry Tomato Jam:
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Bruschetta:
- 1 baguette (sliced)
- 1 garlic clove (peeled)
- 1/4 cup goat cheese or cream cheese (optional)
- fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomato Jam: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cherry tomatoes, sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook until jam-like, about 20–25 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- Toast the Baguette: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange baguette slices on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and toast for 6–8 minutes until golden.
- Assemble Bruschetta: Rub warm baguette slices with garlic. Spread cheese, top with tomato jam, and garnish with basil leaves.
Notes
- This jam can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to one week.
- Experiment with heirloom or grape tomatoes for different flavors.
- Omit cheese or use a plant-based alternative for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
