Our Favorite Ways to Serve Bruschetta

By Mary Shannon Wells
June 14, 2018
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Originally, bruschetta was simply a slice of crusty bread that’s toasted, rubbed with garlic cloves, drizzled with olive oil, and sprinkled with salt and pepper. Somewhere along the way, fresh chopped tomatoes and basil were added for a light appetizer or meal. Now, bruschetta and crostini are practically interchangeable in America. Bruschetta recipes can be as elaborate as stacking multiple ingredients atop that crusty bread or as easy as placing a few slices of tomato and some olive oil on it. These homemade bruschetta recipes can satisfy both the fancy and the laid-back side of things, but they’re all quick and easy to make. Homemade bruschetta is a perfect portable appetizer for dinner parties, and any novice cook can make bruschetta. These are the best bruschetta recipes for any taste, whether simple, complex, or even sweet.
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Strawberry Bruschetta

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Recipe: Strawberry Bruschetta

We’ll take any excuse to use summer fruit straight from the farmers’ market, and this fresh bruschetta recipe has won us over as our go-to appetizer of the season.

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Bruschetta al Pomodoro

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Recipe: Bruschetta al Pomodoro

This traditional bruschetta recipe is simple and fresh—just the way it’s made in Italy.

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Fig and Goat Cheese Bruschetta

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Recipe: Fig and Goat Cheese Bruschetta

Sweet figs, tangy goat cheese, and a hint of bright citrus make this the most well rounded (and delicious) bight on the appetizer table.

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BLT Bruschetta

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Recipe: BLT Bruschetta

These bite-size BLTs are made with a garlicky sauce that has more of a bite than plain mayo. This recipe gives you an opportunity to try one of our flavorful oven-roasted bacon recipes.

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Eggplant Bruschetta with Mozzarella

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Recipe: Eggplant Bruschetta with Mozarella

A five-ingredient recipe has never felt so indulgent as this Italian appetizer.

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Avocado Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction

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Recipe: Avocado Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction

There’s nothing that brightens up a day like a colorful dish. Enjoy this avocado bruschetta as a snack, light lunch, or appetizer.

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Perfect Bruschetta

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Recipe: Perfect Bruschetta

This bruschetta recipe is a fresh way to showcase those gorgeous tomatoes from your farmers’ market haul.

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Bruschetta with Peaches, Lemon Ricotta and Honey

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Recipe: Bruschetta with Peaches, Lemon Ricotta and Honey

This recipe couldn’t be more perfect for summer. Grilling the peaches adds an extra level of flavor, and homemade (yep, homemade) ricotta cheese is unbelievable.

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Horseradish Beef Bruschetta

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Recipe: Horseradish Beef Brushetta

This simple recipe looks fancier than it is to make. It’s the ideal anytime party snack to keep in your archives.

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Pesto and Garlic Shrimp Bruschetta

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Recipe: Pesto and Garlic Shrimp Bruschetta

With the amount of flavor this beautiful recipe has going on, it actually tastes as good as it looks.

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Bruschetta with Rosemary, Roasted Tomatoes, Ricotta, and Prosciutto

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Recipe: Bruschetta with Rosemary, Roasted Tomatoes, Ricotta, and Prosciutto

Tomatoes roasted with rosemary and garlic bring a richness to this recipe that’s placed atop creamy ricotta cheese.

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Warm Bruschetta

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Recipe: Warm Bruschetta

This warm bruschetta recipe couldn’t be easier to throw together at the last minute, but it looks presentable enough for guests.

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Mushroom Bruschetta with Balsamic and Thyme

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Recipe: Mushroom Bruschetta with Balsamic and Thyme

Mushroom lovers, this one’s for you. Sautéed with balsamic vinegar, thyme, and a hint of sugar, these mushrooms are the perfect complement to a piece of crusty garlic bread.

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Brunch Bruschetta Bar

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Recipe: Brunch Bruschetta Bar

With this picturesque bruschetta bar, you can make tons of fun brunch options, whether your taste buds lean sweet or savory. Check them out at the recipe link.

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Pumpkin, Ricotta, and Arugula Bruschetta

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Recipe: Pumpkin, Ricotta, and Arugula Bruschetta

When fall rolls around, this simple roasted pumpkin recipe will be the appetizer of the season.

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Beet and Blueberry Bruschetta

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Recipe: Beet and Blueberry Bruschetta

Beets and blueberries are the most unexpected pair, but the rustic beets and sweet and tangy blueberries taste amazing together with balsamic vinegar, fresh basil, and crumbled feta.

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Herbed Goat Cheese Bruschetta with Butternut Squash and Cranberry Jam

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Recipe: Herbed Goat Cheese Bruschetta with Butternut Squash and Cranberry Jam

This colorful bruschetta recipe is comforting, fresh, and so pretty. We’d enjoy this any time of day.

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Caramelized Tomato and Ricotta Bruschetta

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Recipe: Caramelized Tomato and Ricotta Bruschetta

Roasting the tomatoes adds flavor to this straightforward bruschetta. This is an easy but pretty summer recipe to accompany a sunset cocktail.

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Smashed Pea Bruschetta with Avocado and Pickled Radish

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Recipe: Smashed Pea Bruschetta with Avocado and Pickled Radish

This colorful, fresh bruschetta is an ideal spring brunch recipe, and we have to admit, it would make for a great Instagram shot.

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Cherry Bruschetta

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Recipe: Cherry Bruschetta

Talk about a wow-worthy appetizer recipe for holiday guests. This recipe calls for a hint of pinot noir, so pour yourself a glass—it will be ready in just 15 minutes.

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Brussels Sprouts and Brie Bruschetta

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Recipe: Brussels Sprout and Brie Bruschetta

Brussels sprouts make a delicious side dish with balsamic, so of course they’re even more delicious atop a crunchy baguette with melty Brie.

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