Fast Cheddar Bacon Bruschetta
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Fast Cheddar Bacon Bruschetta, a flavor-packed twist on the classic Italian favorite! Featuring crispy oven-toasted baguette slices topped with a vibrant tomato-basil mixture, smoky bacon, and gooey melted cheddar cheese, this recipe brings bold flavors together in just 20 minutes. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, olive oil, and a touch of salt and pepper, these bite-sized delights are not only quick and easy to prepare but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Serve these warm and cheesy bruschettas at your next gathering or enjoy them as a hearty snack that hits all the right savory notes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Baguette
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese
- 6 slices Bacon
- 2 medium Tomatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the baguette into 12 diagonal slices about 1/2-inch thick.
Place the baguette slices on a baking sheet and brush both sides lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Toast the baguette slices in the oven for 5 minutes or until they become lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
While the bread is toasting, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Transfer the cooked bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then chop it into small pieces.
Dice the tomatoes into small cubes and place them in a medium bowl. Mince the garlic and add it to the tomatoes.
Chop the fresh basil finely and add it to the tomato mixture. Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix everything together well.
Top each toasted baguette slice with a spoonful of the tomato mixture. Sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly over each slice and then add a few pieces of chopped bacon on top.
Return the assembled bruschetta to the oven for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with extra chopped basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 28 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 508 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 209 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
