Burrata Bruschetta
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 baguette or ciabatta loaf
- 2 balls of fresh burrata cheese about 8 oz total
- 4 medium-sized ripe tomatoes preferably heirloom or roma
- 3-4 cloves of garlic
- 1 bunch fresh basil about 20 leaves
- ¼ cup high-quality extra virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 teaspoon sea salt divided
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional toppings
- Thinly sliced prosciutto
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh lemon zest
- Additional fresh herbs mint, thyme, oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Slice the bread diagonally into ½-inch thick pieces and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Brush both sides of each bread slice with olive oil. Place in the preheated oven and toast for 7-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown on both sides.
- While the bread is toasting, dice the tomatoes into small pieces and place in a mixing bowl. Finely mince 1-2 cloves of garlic and add to the tomatoes along with torn or chopped basil leaves.
- Add 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, ½ teaspoon of sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the tomato mixture. Gently stir to combine and let sit at room temperature to allow the flavors to develop.
- Once the bread is toasted, remove from the oven and immediately rub one side of each slice with a cut clove of garlic.
- Take the burrata out of the refrigerator about 15-20 minutes before serving to allow it to come to room temperature.
- Drain any excess liquid from the tomato mixture using a slotted spoon.
- Arrange the garlic-rubbed toasts on a serving platter and spoon the tomato mixture onto each slice.
- Place the burrata in the center of the platter or cut it into pieces and place directly on top of the prepared bruschetta.
- With a sharp knife, make a small cut in the center of each burrata ball to reveal the creamy interior.
- Drizzle everything with additional extra virgin olive oil and a light stream of balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with the remaining sea salt, garnish with additional fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately.
Notes
For the best flavor, make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before serving. The contrast between the warm, crispy bread and the cool, creamy cheese creates the perfect bite every time.