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These crispy cheesy bruschetta bites are an easy co*cktail party Italian bread appetizer that everyone is going to love. Bruschetta with cheese is full of fresh juicy tomatoes, mozzarella cheeses, and more! All you need are a few simple ingredients and a few minutes to fix them up! makes this delicious party food perfect for an easy snack.
Bruschetta with Cheese
Years ago I was introduced to these cheese bruschetta bites and I have been making them ever since. They're a perfect snack while watching a sporting event or as the start to a wonderful, food filled evening!
I hate it when you have company over and you spend all of your time in the kitchen. This co*cktail party bread appetizer solves this problem!They're even easy to partially make ahead!
Bruschetta with cheese was inspired by our Easy Tomato Bruschetta. You can use it instead of store-bought to make cheesy bruschetta. I promise you homemade is incredible.
Serve up these snacks along with Bacon Bites, Mushroom Bites and Mushroom Toasts with Avocado for your next party! Your guests will love all these easy appetizers.
Ingredients for Bruschetta with Mozzarella
This recipe is super simple and just about everything you can pick up at your local grocery store. I promise, if you are a tomato fan this recipe MUST be on your bucket list.
- Mayo
- Mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Tomato bruschetta
- Black pepper
- Crusty bread or baguette
See the recipe card for the quantities of each ingredient.
How to Make Cheese Bruschetta
Just a few simple steps are all it takes to make bruschetta bites with cheese! Perfect for any level cook.
Step 1: Mix
Combine the bruschetta, cheeses, mayo and black pepper in a bowl.
Step 2: Make the Toasts
First, prepare a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Then slice the baguette into ¾ inch slices and lay them out on the tray.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake
Top the bread slices with the tomato mixture and bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes
Hint: Use a sharp bread knife to easily slice the bread into perfect-sized toasts.
Substitutions
Don't have the correct ingredients on hand? Or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change this cheese bruschetta recipe.
- Bread: Swap the bread for your favorite crackers. Just drastically reduce your cooking time!
- Cheese: Most cheeses will work when making this easy appetizer. Swap in a Monterey Jack or Colby Jack, cheddar, or an Italian or Mexican blend of cheese.
- Mayo: Looking for a healthy alternative? Swap the mayo for Greek yogurt.
Variations
Want to personalize this bruschetta with cheese recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.
- Spicy: Add some chili pepper flakes to the tomato mixture along with all the other ingredients.
- Egg-free (no mayo): Swap it for your favorite egg-free mayo or just eliminate it completely! The tomato bruschetta with cheese has so much flavor you won't miss it.
- Gluten-free: Swap out the bread for zucchini slices instead!
- Balsamic flavor: Drizzle a bit of balsamic glaze over the top just before serving!
If you love recipes with these flavors, you may also enjoy our braided pizza bread.
Storage
Leftovers: If you have them cheese bruschetta can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days in the refrigerator.
Reheat: Place them on a parchment-lined baking tray and cook for 5 minutes or until heated and the bottoms of the bread crisp up.
What To Serve With Crispy Cheesy Bruschetta Bites
When thinking of what to serve with bruschetta, it's not that hard. In fact, you need look no further than this list that I've created for you. Many tasty options you'll find here and I'm sure the dish of your dreams will be there!
Tips
Here are some top tips to make sure you have excellent results when making this recipe.
- If possible, make your own bruschetta. It's simple and requires only a few ingredients but tastes way better than a jar sold in the stores.
- Drain any excess juice or oil from the bruschetta when mixing everything together to avoid making the mixture overly wet.
- Serve warm or hot when possible but cheese bruschetta tastes great even at room temperature.
FAQ
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about bruschetta!
What is bruschetta topping made of?
Bruschetta is a type of Italian bread that's made by toasting bread rubbed with olive oil and cloves of garlic and seasoned with salt and pepper. Typically it's topped with a mixture of fresh chopped tomatoes mixed with olive oil, garlic, and fresh basil and/or oregano.
Should bruschetta be served warm or cold?
Most bruschetta should be served warm for the best flavor but it still tastes amazing even when cold. We recommend serving these cheesy bruschettas warm.
What can I use for bruschetta instead of bread?
If you're looking for a low-carb or gluten-free option, I recommend choosing eggplant or zucchini slices as the perfect way to serve up bruschetta. Brush the tops with a bit of olive oil before adding your mixture and cooking just until slightly tender. You can also opt for crackers instead of bread.
More Easy Appetizer Recipes
Do you enjoy entertaining? Here are some more of our favorite snack recipes you may also like to make for friends and family!
- Slow Cooker Pork Riblets
- Easy Broiled Asparagus
- Easy Zucchini Boats with Ground Beef
- Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
Crispy Cheesy Bruschetta Bites Video
I had to make a video so you can see just how simple these bites are to make! Please take a moment and have a look below!
Cheesy Bruschetta Bites
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Crispy Cheesy Bruschetta Bites
These crispy cheesy bruschetta bites are an easy co*cktail party Italian bread appetizer that everyone is going to love. Bruschetta with cheese is full of fresh juicy tomatoes, mozzarella cheeses, and more! All you need are a few simple ingredients and a few minutes to fix them up! makes this delicious party food perfect for an easy snack
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 265 kcal
Equipment
rimmed baking sheet
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 1 ½ cups tomato bruschetta
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese grated or shredded
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 baguette or crackers, chips, scoops, pitas or bread
Instructions
Gather all the ingredients.
Place the tomato bruschetta in a bowl.
Add the cheeses, mayonnaise and pepper.
Mix it all up.
Slice baguette into ¾ inch slices.
Prepare rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place bread slices and top with Bruschetta mixture.
Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
Serve and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional information may vary based on brand or type of tomato bruschetta used to make this recipe.
Expert Tips:
If possible, make your own bruschetta. It's simple and requires only a few ingredients but tastes way better than a jar sold in the stores.
Drain any excess juice or oil from the bruschetta when mixing everything together to avoid making the mixture overly wet.
Serve warm or hot when possible but cheese bruschetta tastes great even at room temperature.
There are many things you can serve with bruschetta and to make life so much easier for you, I've created a list for you to take a gander at. I'm very sure that you'll find something that will make you fall in love at first bite!
Nutrition
Calories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 7gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 523mgPotassium: 58mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 130IUCalcium: 143mgIron: 1mg
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