Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer
Get ready to impress your guests with this delightful Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer! This fun and festive dish features creamy mozzarella skulls, rich black pesto, and sweet roasted tomatoes, all piled atop crispy toasted baguette slices. Perfect for Halloween parties or family gatherings, this spooky yet delicious treat is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. The eye-catching presentation and burst of flavors make it an unforgettable addition to your festive table. Easy to prepare in just a few steps, you can enjoy more time celebrating with your loved ones and less time in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces mozzarella pearls
- 1 demi baguette
- ½ cup basil pesto
- gel food coloring (black)
- 12 ounces cherry tomatoes
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
- red pepper flakes
- fresh basil
- balsamic vinegar glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Fill a silicone skull mold with mozzarella pearls and bake for 6-7 minutes until melted. Cool before removing from the mold.
- Increase oven temperature to 475°F. Halve cherry tomatoes, drizzle with olive oil, season, and roast for 10-15 minutes.
- Slice the baguette into ½-inch pieces, toast in the oven for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- Mix black food coloring into basil pesto until desired darkness is reached.
- Spread pesto on toasted baguette slices, return to the oven for another 8-10 minutes.
- Top each bruschetta with roasted tomatoes and mozzarella skulls. Garnish with balsamic glaze and fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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