If you’re looking for an appetizer that’s both elegant and easy to prepare, this Burrata Bruschetta is a perfect choice! It combines creamy burrata cheese with fresh tomatoes and basil on crispy toasted bread. For a fun twist, we top it with pomegranate seeds - their burst of sweetness adds a delicious contrast to the otherwise savory flavors. Every bite is full of flavor!
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Similar to this Burrata Cheese with Marinated Mushrooms and Tomato Salsa recipe, this Burrata Bruschetta is a great option for both special occasions and everyday meals. It’s easy to make but looks and tastes impressive. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party and want to wow your guests or are just making a nice meal for your family, this dish works perfectly.
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Reasons to love this recipe
- Quick and Easy: It takes just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time to create a gourmet appetizer.
- Crowd-Pleaser: Perfect for parties, gatherings, or even date nights—everyone loves the combination of creamy burrata, crunchy bread, savory tomato topping, and a burst of sweet pomegranate.
- Great Mix of Textures: The crispy bread, soft burrata, and juicy tomatoes!
Ingredients
- Bread: Choose rustic bread rather than sandwich bread. Italian or sourdough both work great for this recipe. They have a crusty exterior and soft interior, making them nice and crispy when toasted!
- Burrata Cheese: Burrata has a soft, creamy interior that contrasts beautifully with the crispy bread. Like in my Cauliflower Steak with Prosciutto and Burrata recipe, it also acts as a barrier to reduce the direct contact between the crispy bread and the juicy toppings. This helps prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
- Tomato: Roma tomatoes are best! They have fewer seeds and thicker flesh, making them less watery and perfect for bruschetta. Choose tomatoes that are firm but slightly tender, with a rich color and a fresh aroma. If possible, tomatoes that are in season for the best flavor and quality.
- Pomegranate seeds: While pomegranate seeds, like red onion, may not be traditional ingredients in a classic Burrata Bruschetta recipe, they add a nice burst of sweetness, which contrasts nicely with the savory flavors of the burrata and tomatoes.
see the recipe card at the end of this post for the full list of ingredients and quantities
Substitutions and variations
- Bread: You can also use baguette to make crostinis, similar to this Sun-Dried Tomato and Mango Crostini recipe.
- Cheese: If burrata is not available, you can substitute it with fresh mozzarella or buffalo mozzarella.
- Tomatoes: Swap for cherry tomatoes, or for a completely different flavor profile, you can top the burrata with Mango and Pomegranate Salad.
- Top with pine nuts: Toasted pine nuts will add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
Preparation
STEP 1: Toast Bread
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet topped with a cooling rack and brush with olive oil. Toast the bread for 6-8 minutes, until golden and crisp.
STEP 2: Prepare the Tomato Mixture
While the bread toasts in the oven, mix the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, red onion, and chopped basil in a bowl with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
STEP 3: Rub with Garlic
Once toasted, rub each slice with a peeled garlic clove for a hint of flavor.
STEP 4: Assemble
Place some burrata on each slice of bread (tear it open and spread the creamy center). Spoon the tomato mixture over the burrata, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and finish with a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds.
Top Tips
- Fresh tomatoes and high-quality burrata will make all the difference in flavor.
- Burrata tastes best at room temperature, so let it sit out for a bit before using it.
- Toast the bread until it’s golden and crispy to prevent it from getting soggy under the toppings.
- Add the burrata and tomato mixture right before serving to keep the bread crisp and the ingredients fresh.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning of the tomato mixture before topping it over the toasted bread.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can, but balsamic vinegar does add a nice tang that balances the flavors. If you prefer, you can drizzle flavored olive oil instead.
Yes! Use gluten-free bread.
Burrata tastes best at room temperature, so let it sit out for a bit before using. The bread can be warm, but the dish works well at room temperature too.
Serving Suggestions
Burrata Bruschetta is a wonderful appetizer served alongside other appetizers, such as this Seaweed Salad and Ahi Tuna Appetizer, our popular Cod Liver Deviled Eggs, and these Mushroom and Hummus Zucchini Boats. For special occasions, I serve the appetizer with this Chicken Salad with Apples and Cranberries and Olivier Salad with Cucumbers. These Slow Cooker Sweet Duck Legs and this Slow Cooker Turkey Curry are also some of the guest-favorite protein dishes!
These are also a must-try
- Burrata with Sautéed Peppers and Nut-Free Basil Pesto
- Grilled Halloumi with Pear and Honey (Easy Appetizer)
- 2-Ingredient Crispy Air Fryer Bacon Potatoes – 30 Minutes
- Mediterranean Egg Salad with Bell Pepper Scoops
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Recipe
Burrata Bruschetta
Equipment
- Small slotted spoon optional, but helpful
Ingredients
For the bread:
- 4 slices rustic bread cut in half - if slices are small, use 8 whole slices
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic cut in half
For the bruschetta topping:
- 2 tomatoes diced (or use cherry tomatoes, halved)
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ cup red onion diced
- 10 fresh basil leaves chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 8 oz. burrata cheese
- balsamic glaze
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds to garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the bread slices on a baking sheet with a cooling rack and brush the top with olive oil. Toast the bread for 6-8 minutes, until golden and crisp. You can increase the temperature to a broil during the last minute of baking to brown a little more.4 slices rustic bread, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- While the bread toasts in the oven, mix the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, red onion, and chopped basil in a bowl with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.2 tomatoes, 1 clove garlic, ¼ cup red onion, 10 fresh basil leaves, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Once the bread has toasted, rub each slice with the garlic clove for a hint of flavor.1 clove garlic
- Place some burrata on each slice of bread (tear it open and spread the creamy center).8 oz. burrata cheese
- Spoon the tomato mixture over the burrata. If it’s too watery, use a slotted spoon to drain the excess liquid before layering it on top.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze, and finish with a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds.balsamic glaze, ¼ cup pomegranate seeds
Notes
- Fresh tomatoes and high-quality burrata will make all the difference in flavor.
- Burrata tastes best at room temperature, so let it sit out for a bit before using it.
- Toast the bread until it’s golden and crispy to prevent it from getting soggy under the toppings.
- Add the burrata and tomato mixture right before serving to keep the bread crisp and the ingredients fresh.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning of the tomato mixture before topping it over the toasted bread.
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