Pesto Snacks
Brighten up your appetizer game with these irresistible Pesto Snacks, a perfect blend of vibrant flavors and textures that are sure to impress. Featuring homemade pesto made from fresh basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and extra virgin olive oil, these toasted baguette slices are transformed into bite-sized masterpieces. Each golden slice is layered with creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a burst of herbaceous goodness, then gently baked to perfection for a melty, savory finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, these pesto-topped bites make an elegant appetizer, party snack, or even a quick crowd-pleasing treat for any gathering. Fresh, simple, and bursting with Mediterranean charm, they’ll quickly become your go-to recipe for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cups Pine nuts
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cups Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 loaf Baguette or artisanal bread
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces Mozzarella balls or slices
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Pulse several times until the mixture starts to come together.
While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the mixture becomes a smooth and spreadable pesto. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Slice the baguette or artisanal bread into 1/2 inch thick pieces and lay them on a baking sheet.
Toast the bread slices in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until they are lightly golden and crisp.
Once toasted, spread a generous layer of pesto onto each slice of bread.
Top each slice with a piece of mozzarella and a halved cherry tomato. Optionally, sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper for added flavor.
Return the topped bread slices to the oven for 3-5 minutes, just long enough to slightly melt the mozzarella.
Remove the pesto snacks from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature as an appetizer or snack. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2797 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 199.8 g | 256% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.3 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 166 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 4382 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.3 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 94.8 g | 190% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1742 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*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.
