Bruschetta with Mozzarella Cheese

Name: Bruschetta with Mozzarella Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread ((cut into 1/4-inch slices)); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ((divided)); 2 cloves garlic ((minced)); 4 Roma tomatoes ((medium dice)); 2 tablespoons basil ((ribboned or minced)); 5 ounces mozzarella cheese ((sliced thin))

Published May 19, 2022 by Lauren Vavala

Bruschetta with Mozzarella Cheese is a quick, easy, and delicious Italian appetizer. All you need is 6 ingredients and about 15 minutes to make this fresh, classic recipe.

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Bruschetta is a traditional Italian recipe often served as an appetizer (antipasto). It can consist of a variety of topping combinations, but most often contains tomatoes, garlic and basil served on toasted garlic bread.

With an abundance of fresh tomatoes, summer is the perfect season for preparing bruschetta (and Bruschetta Chicken).

Adding a slice of mozzarella cheese gives this Bruschetta recipe added flavor and heartiness. You can also drizzle on a little balsamic glaze to create more of a Caprese-style snack.

Why This Recipe Works

Bruschetta is very quick and easy to prepare.

It’s a fresh, classic Italian recipe. You only need 6 ingredients to make this bruschetta recipe.

You can serve bruschetta as an appetizer or snack. It’s a great finger food for parties and holiday entertaining, as well.

How To Make Bruschetta

Ingredients

1 loaf French bread, cut into approximately 10 1/4-inch thick slices
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
4 Roma (or plum) tomatoes, medium dice
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh basil, cut into ribbons (chiffonade) or minced
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced thin

The entire recipe and instructions can also be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post. You can also print the recipe from the card, if needed.

Prep!

Cut the bread into 1/4-inch slices.

Dice the tomatoes and mince the garlic. You can cut the basil into ribbons by stacking the leaves, then rolling and slicing them, or you can mince it.

Chef’s Tip: if you prefer to remove the skin and seeds from the tomato you can do so by lightly cutting an “X” shape into the skin on the bottom of each tomato. Place the tomatoes in boiling water for a few minutes or until you see the skin starting to peel up where it was cut. Remove the tomatoes to an ice bath. Once cool, peel the skin off. Cut each tomato in half and squeeze out the seeds before dicing.

Preheat your oven to 400°F.

Create!

Brush both sides of the French bread slices with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and place on a sheet pan.

Toast in the oven for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway.

Set aside.

Chef’s Tip: for even more garlicky flavor, you can rub the toasted bread slices with a clove of garlic.

Meanwhile, heat the remaining olive oil in a small skillet on medium.

Add the garlic and cook 30-60 seconds or until fragrant, but not browned.

Set aside to cool.

Add the tomatoes and basil to a medium bowl. Once the garlic is cool, add it along with the remaining oil in the skillet to the bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Toss to combine.

Present!

Top each piece of French bread with a thin slice of mozzarella cheese and top with a spoonful of the bruschetta mixture.

Chef’s Tip: for a Caprese-style bruschetta, drizzle balsamic glaze over the top of the tomatoes before serving.

Tips and Techniques

If you prefer to remove the skin and seeds from the tomato you can do so by lightly cutting an “X” shape into the skin on the bottom of each tomato. Place the tomatoes in boiling water for a few minutes or until you see the skin starting to peel up where it was cut. Remove the tomatoes to an ice bath. Once cool, peel the skin off. Cut each tomato in half and squeeze out the seeds before dicing.
For even more garlicky flavor, you can rub the toasted bread slices with a clove of garlic.
Drizzle a little balsamic glaze over the tomatoes for a Caprese-style bruschetta before serving, if desired.
Store leftover bruschetta topping tightly covered in the refrigerator. The toasted bread can be stored at room temperature. Consume within a day or two.

FAQ’s

What Is Bruschetta Made Of?

Bruschetta toppings can vary, but traditionally includes tomatoes, garlic and basil served on top of garlic toast.

Do You Serve Bruschetta Warm Or Cold?

Both! The bread is usually still warm from toasting in the oven, while the topping is cold or room temperature.

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