Bruschetta Caprese

Bruschetta Caprese layers gorgeous ripe tomatoes over fresh mozzarella cheese and basil, all on top of a crisp olive oil crostini that is then drizzled with balsamic reduction. This appetizer is easy yet elegant and wonderfully flavorful.

Can’t get enough of those Caprese flavors, then try our Easy Caprese Salad Recipe or our Grilled Caprese Chicken Foil Packs. Both of these recipes have that magical combination of ingredients.

Look at this bruschetta recipe and tell me you wouldn’t want to just reach in and grab one of those. They are perfect for summer entertaining as they are for fall or holiday entertaining as well.

What's the Difference Between Bruschetta and Caprese?

What is the difference between bruschetta and Caprese? Bruschetta is usually a tomato mixture of tomato, basil, garlic, and olive oil that is served on toasted bread slices.

Caprese, on the other hand, is usually seen as a salad with sliced tomatoes, sliced fresh mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves that are drizzled with balsamic vinegar and possibly olive oil.

In our recipe today, we have combined the two recipes to create a new appetizer that you are going to love.

What Goes into this Appetizer?

How To Make Bruschetta Caprese

This easy recipe you will have done in no time. We have you reducing balsamic vinegar to make a reduction but if you don't want to do that, then simply buy balsamic reduction or a balsamic glaze.

Preheat the oven to 400*

Pour the balsamic vinegar into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer and cook until reduced to ½ and thickened, stirring often. (About 10-15 minutes) *keep in mind the balsamic will continue to thicken as it cools*. If you have balsamic reduction or glaze, there is no need to reduce it further.

Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper in a mason jar and shake well.

Prepare the bread. Slice the baguette into ¼" slices. Place onto a baking sheet covered with parchment if preferred.

Brush the tops of each slice of bread with the infused olive oil, reserve some for the tomatoes, and place into the oven on the center rack to lightly toast for 7 minutes per side.

Slice tomatoes into thin rounds. Add to a bowl and combine the tomatoes with the remaining olive oil and 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar by sprinkling this over them. Cover and marinate for 20 minutes as the bread toasts and cools.

*at this point, the balsamic should have reduced- be sure to remove it from heat to allow it to cool before drizzling over the bruschetta*

Assemble the Bruschetta Caprese. Add a large basil leaf to cover the top of each toasted bread slice. Next, add a slice of mozzarella. Lastly, add a tomato slice. Drizzle with balsamic reduction. Serve immediately.

You can sprinkle with additional sea salt if wanted. Enjoy!

More Great Appetizers

Would you like more great ideas for appetizers to serve with these Bruschetta Caprese? Here are some of our favorites. The holiday season and game day are upon us very soon, so let me help you with these delicious recipes.

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Bruschetta Caprese

Yield: 16 pieces

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

These Bruschetta Caprese appetizers are a cinch to pull together and have the familiar yet amazing Italian flavors you love.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup balsamic vinegar, + 2 tbsp
• 1 French baguette
• 1 cup olive oil
• ½ tbsp red wine vinaigrette
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp pepper
• 5 Roma tomatoes
• 16 large Fresh basil leaves
• 16 oz mozzarella log, sliced

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400*

Pour the balsamic vinegar into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer and cook until reduced to ½ and thickened, stirring often. (About 10-15 minutes) *keep in mind the balsamic will continue to thicken as it cools*. If you have balsamic reduction or glaze, there is no need to reduce it further.

Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper in a mason jar and shake well.

Prepare the bread. Slice the baguette into ¼” slices. Place onto a baking sheet covered with parchment if preferred.

Brush the tops of each slice of bread with the infused olive oil, reserve some for the tomatoes, and place into the oven on the center rack to lightly toast for 7 minutes per side.

Slice tomatoes into thin rounds. Add to a bowl and combine the tomatoes with the remaining olive oil and 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar by sprinkling this over them. Cover and marinate for 20 minutes as the bread toasts and cools.

*at this point, the balsamic should have reduced- be sure to remove it from heat to allow it to cool before drizzling over the bruschetta*

Assemble the Bruschetta Caprese. Add a large basil leaf to cover the top of each toasted bread slice. Next, add a slice of mozzarella. Lastly, add a tomato slice. Drizzle with balsamic reduction. Serve immediately.

You can sprinkle with additional sea salt if wanted. Enjoy!

Notes

This easy recipe you will have done in no time. We have you reducing balsamic vinegar to make a reduction but if you don’t want to do that, then simply buy balsamic reduction or a balsamic glaze.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 267Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 379mgCarbohydrates: 13gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 9g

Recipe calculation was provided by Nutritionix and is an estimation only. If you need nutritional calculations for medical reasons, please use a source that you trust.