Description
Indulge in this delicious Baked Goat Cheese Bruschetta Dip that combines the creamy richness of goat cheese with the vibrant flavors of cherry tomatoes and fresh basil. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy night in!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dip:
- 8 ounces goat cheese (soft, log-style)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Topping:
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Toast baguette slices, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare Dip: In a mixing bowl, combine goat cheese, cream cheese, oregano, and black pepper. Spread the mixture into a small baking dish.
- Make Topping: Toss cherry tomatoes with garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Spoon the mixture over the cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and tomatoes are softened.
- Finish: Top with fresh basil. Serve warm with toasted baguette slices.
Notes
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
- This dip goes well with crostini or crackers.
- Can be made ahead and baked before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/4 cup dip + bread
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
