Description
Indulge in this irresistible Baked Goat Cheese Bruschetta Dip, a creamy and savory appetizer perfect for any gathering. The warm blend of goat cheese, cream cheese, and cherry tomatoes creates a flavorful dip that pairs beautifully with toasted baguette slices or crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture:
- 8 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Tomato Topping:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 toasted baguette slices or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the cheese mixture: In a medium bowl, combine goat cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, and salt until smooth.
- Layer the dip: Spread the cheese mixture in a baking dish. Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper, then place them over the cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly with slightly blistered tomatoes.
- Finish: Remove from oven, cool slightly, and garnish with basil and parsley. Serve warm with baguette slices or crackers.
Notes
- You can use feta cheese for a tangier flavor.
- For convenience, prepare the cheese and tomato layers ahead and bake before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of dip
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
