Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer
Get ready to impress your guests with this Halloween Bruschetta Appetizer! This fun and festive dish features rich black pesto, sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, and spooky mozzarella skulls that will delight both kids and adults alike. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a perfect addition to your Halloween gathering or any fall-themed party.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
- 1 demi baguette
- ½ cup basil pesto
- black gel food coloring
- 12 ounces cherry tomatoes
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
- red pepper flakes
- fresh basil
- balsamic glaze
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
- 2. In a silicone skull mold on a baking sheet, fill with mozzarella pearls and bake for 6-7 minutes until melted; press into shape and cool.
- 3. Increase oven temperature to 475°F. Halve cherry tomatoes, place cut side down on parchment-lined sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season, and roast for 10-15 minutes until soft.
- 4. Toast baguette slices at 475°F for about 8-10 minutes.
- 5. Mix basil pesto with black gel food coloring until desired color is achieved.
- 6. Spread black pesto on toasted baguette slices, return to oven for another 8-10 minutes.
- 7. Top each slice with roasted tomatoes and mozzarella skulls; drizzle balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta (about 45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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