Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer
Get ready to impress your guests this Halloween with a spooky yet delicious Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer! This creative twist on classic bruschetta features rich black pesto, sweet roasted tomatoes, and fun mozzarella skulls that will make your table look festive and inviting. Perfect for Halloween parties or any gathering, this easy-to-make appetizer is bursting with flavor and visually stunning. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that combines the earthy taste of basil with the sweetness of roasted tomatoes. Get ready for a hauntingly good time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
- 1 demi baguette
- ½ cup basil pesto
- Black gel food coloring
- 12 ounces cherry tomatoes
- Olive oil
- Fresh basil
- Balsamic vinegar glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Fill silicone skull mold with mozzarella pearls and bake for 6-7 minutes until melted.
- Increase oven temperature to 475°F and roast halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil and seasoning for 10-15 minutes.
- Slice baguette, toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- Mix pesto with black food coloring to achieve desired hue.
- Spread black pesto on toasted bread, return to oven for another 8-10 minutes.
- Top each slice with roasted tomatoes and mozzarella skulls.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta (approx. 40g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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