Food and Recipes Appetizers Our Favorite Ways to Serve Bruschetta By Mary Shannon Wells Mary Shannon Wells Mary Shannon is a Digital Associate Editor and has been on the Southern Living team since 2017. She helps run the brand's social media accounts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and TikTok, where she's happily behind the scenes. When she's not ruffling feathers with an etiquette poll via Instagram Stories, she's writing content for the website and assisting in various print projects like gift guides and home stories.She grew up in Mobile, Alabama, which she insists is home to the country's first Mardi Gras (not New Orleans) and now lives in Birmingham with her husband and rescue pup Rocky, whose name is unrelated to The University of Tennessee (Roll Tide). Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on June 14, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Pinterest/Baker by Nature 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. 01 of 21 Strawberry Bruschetta Photo: Iain Bagwell 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. 02 of 21 Bruschetta al Pomodoro Pinterest/Yummy Mummy Kitchen Recipe: Bruschetta al Pomodoro This traditional bruschetta recipe is simple and fresh—just the way it's made in Italy. 03 of 21 Fig and Goat Cheese Bruschetta Pinterest/Garnish with Lemon 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. 04 of 21 BLT Bruschetta Pinterest/The Speckled Palate 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. 05 of 21 Eggplant Bruschetta with Mozzarella Pinterest/Inside The Rustic Kitchen Recipe: Eggplant Bruschetta with Mozarella A five-ingredient recipe has never felt so indulgent as this Italian appetizer. 06 of 21 Avocado Bruschetta with Balsamic Reduction Pinterest/Damn Delicious 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. 07 of 21 Perfect Bruschetta Pinterest/The Garlic Diaries Recipe: Perfect Bruschetta This bruschetta recipe is a fresh way to showcase those gorgeous tomatoes from your farmers' market haul. 08 of 21 Bruschetta with Peaches, Lemon Ricotta and Honey Pinterest/The Wicked Noodle 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. 09 of 21 Horseradish Beef Bruschetta Pinterest/Pillsbury 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. 10 of 21 Pesto and Garlic Shrimp Bruschetta Pinterest/FoodieCrush 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. 11 of 21 Bruschetta with Rosemary, Roasted Tomatoes, Ricotta, and Prosciutto Pinterest/Baker by Nature 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. 12 of 21 Warm Bruschetta Pinterest/Life As A Strawberry 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. 13 of 21 Mushroom Bruschetta with Balsamic and Thyme Pinterest/Recipe Tin Eats 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. 14 of 21 Brunch Bruschetta Bar Pinterest/Half Baked Harvest 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. 15 of 21 Pumpkin, Ricotta, and Arugula Bruschetta Pinterest/Kendall-Jackson Recipe: Pumpkin, Ricotta, and Arugula Bruschetta When fall rolls around, this simple roasted pumpkin recipe will be the appetizer of the season. 16 of 21 Beet and Blueberry Bruschetta Pinterest/Girl Gone Gourmet 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. 17 of 21 Herbed Goat Cheese Bruschetta with Butternut Squash and Cranberry Jam Pinterest/Foolproof Living 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. 18 of 21 Caramelized Tomato and Ricotta Bruschetta Pinterest/Williams Sonoma Taste 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. 19 of 21 Smashed Pea Bruschetta with Avocado and Pickled Radish Pinterest/Salt & Wind 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. 20 of 21 Cherry Bruschetta Pinterest/Show Me The Yummy 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. 21 of 21 Brussels Sprouts and Brie Bruschetta Pinterest/The Stay At Home Chef 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. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit