Goat Cheese Bruschetta

This goat cheese bruschetta recipe is an absolute lifesaver when you’re in a pinch getting ready to host or attend a party. It is simple, delicious, and requires hardly any effort.

This post is all about keeping it simple with a juicy, herb filled balsamic bruschetta tomato mixture piled onto a layer of creamy herb goat cheese sitting on top of your favorite cracker.

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Any fellow garden lovers out there? If so, you know what I mean when I say homegrown tomatoes are the freshest ones out there. Tomatoes are probably one of the easiest and most common veggies to grow but if you live in the midwest, it means you only get to enjoy it for one of the four seasons.

You’ll see most Midwesterners hunting down the best fresh produce recipes in the summer when their garden supply is fresh. That’s why I highly recommend this goat cheese bruschetta recipe to any and all tomato growers. It’s an efficient way to use up cherry tomatoes when you have an influx of them and to use them before they go bad. There’s something kind of magical about having a plate of food made with fresh produce grown from your very own backyard.

Even though it isn’t quite time for gardening season, this recipe is just as good anytime of the year. You can find cherry tomatoes at any supermarket throughout the year.

If you’re looking for a little taste of summer, add these ingredients to your grocery list for your next store run. Made with juicy tomatoes, creamy goat cheese and tangy balsamic, this appetizer is light and fresh just like summer flavors should be. Oh summer, will you please hurry up, I miss you.

Why You’ll Love This Goat Cheese Tomato Bruschetta:

Seriously, when I say this recipe is simple, I mean it’s reeallyyy simple. It only takes a few ingredients plus your favorite crackers or crostini.

Second, it’s easy to pack up and take with you. If you’re a guest and looking for a low-maintenance option to bring to your next party, this is it. It can be easily transferred in two small containers plus a box or two of crackers.

The next reason you’ll love this appetizer is because it can be pulled out and made in a matter of minutes. Those impromptu and last minute parties can have you scratching your head wondering “what can I make in about 5 minutes?” Now you know the answer to that is this goat cheese bruschetta.

Finally, the last reason you’ll love this recipe is because you can make it look fancy-schmancy. No one needs to know that it isn’t all that, but let’s be real here. People like food that tastes good and looks pretty. Seriously, the better it looks the more impressed guests will be!

Okay I lied, there’s ONE more reason why this recipe is a winner. If you’re hosting a ladies night or girls night in, it pairs great with wine. You’re welcome.

Tips for making this Goat Cheese Bruschetta Spread:

• This can be made the morning of or immediately when guests arrive. If making ahead, cover and store the goat cheese spread and tomato mixture separately in the fridge until ready to serve. The longer the tomato mixture sits in the fridge, the more it’ll soak up the flavors of balsamic and basil. Yummy!
• Start with what you have. You can use any crackers you have on hand for this spread. I used a few different Ritz crackers and it tasted great! French bread, crostini, or water crackers would be great options too.
• To fancy it up, throw it on a platter with dried fruit, nuts, cheese, or any other snacks. Before you know it, you will have an assortment of bite-sized foods for guests to munch on. I highly recommend starting with what you have on hand just to fill in extra space or to give the dish a pleasant aesthetic. Hopefully that will help save you a trip to the store!

Let’s Talk Ingredients

Below are a few ingredient recommendations you can use to make this goat cheese bruschetta appetizer!

Gourmet Garden Basil Paste

• This is my favorite basil paste out there! The flavor is incredible and it will last you a long time. A little bit goes a long way.
• You can get this at your local Target or order it online through their app
• It’s Gluten-Free
• Best of all, it comes in a squeeze bottle to make your life that much easier

Goat Cheese Log – 8oz

• You can get these logs of goat cheese at just about any grocery store
• You only need plain goat cheese for this recipe but I’m sure an herb goat cheese would also be delicious
• Logs are better as they are creamier than crumbled goat cheese. For this recipe, we are creating a goat cheese spread so the creamier the goat cheese, the better
• This specific goat cheese can be found at your local Target

Dried Basil

• Yes, you need TWO types of basil for this recipe. Dried basil will be used in the bruschetta tomato mixture
• Finely chopped dried basil leaves will be best for this goat cheese bruschetta
• If you don’t already have dried basil in your spice cabinet, I recommend the below dried basil from Target

Alessi White Balsamic Vinegar

• There’s SO many different varieties of balsamic vinegar on the market, but the Alessi White Balsamic Raspberry Blush Vinegar is my favorite!
• It’s super affordable at Jewel Osco where I am, but if you’re not in IL you can still find this brand at Walmart, Meijer and on Amazon

If you make this recipe, I would love for you to leave a comment down below and let me know how it was!