Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer
Elevate your Halloween festivities with this delightful Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer! This fun twist on the classic bruschetta features rich black pesto, sweet roasted tomatoes, and adorable mozzarella skulls piled high on crispy baguette slices. Not only is this dish visually captivating, but it also bursts with flavor, making it an excellent conversation starter for any gathering. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this appetizer invites everyone into the kitchen for a memorable experience. Whether you’re hosting a casual family dinner or a festive party, this spooky treat will impress your guests and create lasting memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 pieces 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Ounces mozzarella pearls (fresh)
- 12 Ounces cherry tomatoes
- 1 baguette (demi)
- ½ Cup basil pesto
- Gel food coloring (black)
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil
- Balsamic vinegar glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place mozzarella pearls in a silicone skull mold and bake for 6-7 minutes until melted but not browned.
- Increase oven temperature to 475°F.
- Halve cherry tomatoes, place them cut-side down on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; roast for 10-15 minutes.
- Slice baguette into half-inch pieces; toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes.
- Mix basil pesto with black gel food coloring until desired hue is achieved.
- Spread black pesto on toasted baguette slices, top with roasted tomatoes and mozzarella skulls.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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