Make this flavorful, creamy bruschetta dip featuring marinated tomatoes and a balsamic glaze. It is a simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties.
Author:Ahazzam
Prep Time:20 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:50 min
Yield:8 servings
Category:Appetizer
Method:No Cook
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 ounces Boursin cheese (Garlic & Fine Herbs flavor)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
Baguette slices or crackers, for serving
Instructions
Prepare the marinated tomatoes: In a medium bowl, combine the halved tomatoes, 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, chopped basil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper. Let this mixture sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
Prepare the cheese base: In a separate bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Boursin cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and fully combined.
Assemble the dip: Spread the cheese mixture evenly into the bottom of a shallow serving dish.
Drain excess liquid from the marinated tomatoes. Spoon the marinated tomato mixture over the cheese layer.
Drizzle the top generously with balsamic glaze.
Serve immediately with toasted baguette slices or crackers.
Notes
You can prepare the cheese base and the tomato topping separately up to 24 hours in advance. Keep them refrigerated and assemble just before serving.
For a warmer presentation, you can lightly toast the baguette slices before serving.
If you do not have Boursin, substitute with an additional 4 ounces of cream cheese mixed with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano.