Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this delightful Creamy Bruschetta Dip that combines the richness of cream cheese with the freshness of tomatoes and basil. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in!
Ingredients
Scale
Creamy Base:
- 1 block (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Tomato Topping:
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced and drained
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Baguette slices or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the creamy base: In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in garlic, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture: Spread the creamy mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Make the tomato topping: In a separate bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red onion, basil, and balsamic vinegar. Spoon this mixture over the creamy base.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving with baguette slices or crackers.
Notes
- For a cold version, skip baking and serve immediately after assembling.
- Add chopped olives or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- This dip can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/4 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
