By Becky Hardin
Published Mar 2, 2016
Whipped goat cheese bruschetta is one of my favorite beautiful and delicious appetizers. It’s so easy to make it sweet or savory with bruschetta caprese and triple berry versions. This is my favorite goat cheese appetizer recipe for any occasion!
A good bruschetta recipe is one of my very favorite things to make in a pinch, and this whipped goat cheese bruschetta is a favorite! The goat cheese is creamy, simple, delicious, and versatile. It pairs perfectly with both sweet or savory ingredients to make amazing flavor combinations with little to no effort. I’ve whipped up both triple berry and caprese versions , and just love them both. You’re in for a treat!
What’s in This Goat Cheese Bruschetta Recipe?
- Bread: I have found that French bread is the perfect size for making crostini. I used a 6-inch loaf for this recipe and was able to make 12 crostini.
- Vinegar: Balsamic vinegar has the perfect level of sweetness and acidity to balance out the tangy goat cheese.
- Sugar: Granulated sugar sweetens the balsamic further and helps it thicken into a syrupy balsamic reduction .
- Goat Cheese: Is perfectly creamy and tangy!
- Cream Cheese: Low-fat cream cheese adds extra creaminess and tanginess to the spread.
- Tomatoes: I like rainbow cherry tomatoes for a pop of color!
- Garlic Powder: Adds a bit of savory flavor to the caprese version of these crostini. I recommend leaving it out if making the berry version.
- Basil: Adds a pop of color and fresh herbal flavor to the caprese version.
- Berries: I used a combination of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries to create the sweeter triple berry version!
Tips for Success
- Cut the bread into ½-inch slices, so it’s not too thin or too thick.
- You can toast the bread in the oven or on the grill.
- The balsamic adds the perfect flavor to both versions. But you could use honey for the triple berry, or olive oil for the caprese, instead.
- You’ll want these to be a little warm and toasty when serving so I recommend making them right when you’re ready to serve them.
How to Store
These whipped goat cheese bruschetta are best served right after making them, when the bread has been freshly toasted and is still warm. However, you can prepare the whipped goat cheese mixture and keep it in the fridge until ready to use it.
Serving Suggestions
These whipped goat cheese bruschetta are the perfect starter for any classic Italian meal. I like to serve them up with mozzarella stuffed meatballs , white chicken lasagna , or simple breaded chicken cutlets .
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“These are totally delicious and absolutely gorgeous!” – Cathy | Lemon Tree Dwelling
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 (6-8 inch loaf) French bread cut into ½-inch slices
- ▢ 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- ▢ ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ▢ 10 ounces goat cheese
- ▢ 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese (1 brick)
For Caprese
- ▢ 3 cups rainbow mix cherry tomatoes
- ▢ 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ▢ ½ cup chopped fresh basil
For Triple Berry
- ▢ 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
- ▢ 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ▢ 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place the bread slices (or you can grill the bread if you prefer) and tomatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until toasted/burst. Remove and set aside. 1 (6-8 inch loaf) French bread, 3 cups rainbow mix cherry tomatoes
- Heat the balsamic vinegar and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and heat for 6-8 minutes or until reduced by about ⅓. You want it to be syrupy but not too thick. 1 cup balsamic vinegar, ¼ cup granulated sugar
- In a high-powered blender or stand mixer, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, and garlic powder (omit the garlic powder if making triple berry). Cream until fully combined and smooth. 10 ounces goat cheese, 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For Caprese
- To assemble the bruschetta, top each piece of bread with 1 tablespoon of the goat cheese mixture, then top with all three kinds of tomatoes. Sprinkle with chopped basil and drizzle with the balsamic reduction. ½ cup chopped fresh basil
For Triple Berry
- To assemble the bruschetta, top each piece of bread with 1 tablespoon of the garlic powder-free goat cheese mixture, then top with all three kinds of berries. Drizzle with balsamic reduction. 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries, 1 cup fresh blueberries, 1 cup fresh raspberries
Equipment
- High Powered Blender OR
- Food Processor
Becky’s Tips
- Nutritional information is for the Caprese version only.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More Appetizer Recipes to Try!
Baked Chicken Wings
Easy Tortilla Pinwheels
Cheeseburger Sliders (Baked Sliders Recipe)
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Whipped Goat Cheese Bruschetta Recipe
Equipment
- High Powered Blender OR
- Food Processor
Ingredients
- 1 (6-8 inch loaf) French bread cut into ½-inch slices
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 10 ounces goat cheese
- 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese (1 brick)
For Caprese
- 3 cups rainbow mix cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup chopped fresh basil
For Triple Berry
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place the bread slices (or you can grill the bread if you prefer) and tomatoes on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until toasted/burst. Remove and set aside. 1 (6-8 inch loaf) French bread, 3 cups rainbow mix cherry tomatoes
- Heat the balsamic vinegar and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and heat for 6-8 minutes or until reduced by about ⅓. You want it to be syrupy but not too thick. 1 cup balsamic vinegar, ¼ cup granulated sugar
- In a high-powered blender or stand mixer, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, and garlic powder (omit the garlic powder if making triple berry). Cream until fully combined and smooth. 10 ounces goat cheese, 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese, 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For Caprese
- To assemble the bruschetta, top each piece of bread with 1 tablespoon of the goat cheese mixture, then top with all three kinds of tomatoes. Sprinkle with chopped basil and drizzle with the balsamic reduction. ½ cup chopped fresh basil
For Triple Berry
- To assemble the bruschetta, top each piece of bread with 1 tablespoon of the garlic powder-free goat cheese mixture, then top with all three kinds of berries. Drizzle with balsamic reduction. 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries, 1 cup fresh blueberries, 1 cup fresh raspberries
Notes
- Nutritional information is for the Caprese version only.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
