Description
A festive and flavorful Christmas Bruschetta Wreath featuring marinated cherry tomatoes, fresh herbs, and creamy dairy-free Boursin spread on toasted baguette slices, drizzled with balsamic glaze for the perfect holiday appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomato Mixture
- 12 ounces cherry tomatoes
- 1 small shallot finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic finely minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil finely chopped, plus more for serving
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
Bread and Toppings
- 1 baguette cut into 24 slices
- 7 ounces dairy-free Boursin
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomato Mixture: Cut the cherry tomatoes by halving half of them and quartering the other half. In a mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes with finely diced shallot, minced garlic, chopped fresh basil, salt, pepper, and avocado oil. Toss everything together to combine well, then cover and place in the fridge to marinate for 20 minutes.
- Toast the Baguette Slices: While the tomatoes are marinating, arrange the baguette slices on a sheet pan. Lightly drizzle each slice with oil to help them toast evenly. Place the sheet pan under the oven broiler for 5 minutes or until the slices are golden and toasted, watching carefully to avoid burning. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.
- Assemble the Bruschetta Wreath: Spread a generous amount of dairy-free Boursin cheese on each toasted baguette slice. Place the slices in a circular wreath shape on a serving platter. Spoon the marinated tomato mixture evenly over the cheese-topped baguette slices.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle the assembled wreath with balsamic glaze and garnish with additional fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately for best freshness, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use avocado oil for a mild flavor and healthy fats; olive oil can be a good substitute.
- Dairy-free Boursin can be replaced with regular Boursin cheese if not dairy-free is required.
- Balsamic glaze adds sweetness and acidity; you can make your own by reducing balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Serve the bruschetta shortly after assembly to avoid sogginess of the bread.
- This recipe yields approximately 24 bruschetta slices, perfect for holiday gatherings.
