Balsamic Bruschetta with Mozzarella
Craving an appetizer that’s fast, fresh, and feels fancy? This Balsamic Bruschetta with Mozzarella is packed with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, fragrant basil, and a sweet-tangy balsamic glaze, all layered on crispy, golden baguette slices. And the secret seasoning that makes it next level? Trader Joe’s Italian-style Soffritto.Perfect for dinner parties, wine nights, or just elevating your snack game, this bruschetta brings restaurant vibes straight to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- ½ pint halved snacking tomatoes about 12 oz
- 2 Roma tomatoes diced
- 4 tablespoons olive oil divided into 2 tbsp each
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 small red onion diced
- Balsamic glaze For Drizzle
- ¼ cup julienne cut basil + more for garnish
- 4 cloves garlic thinly sliced or minced
- 8 oz. fresh mozzarella pearls sliced in half
- 1 French Baguette or French bread sliced
- 1 tbsp Italian style Soffritto seasoning
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine tomatoes, 2 tbsp of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, mozzarella pearls, onion, and 2 tsp of Soffritto Seasoning. Stir until combined.
- Slice the baguette and brush each piece with the remaining olive oil.
- Broil for 1–2 minutes, or air fry at 370°F for about 3 minutes, until golden.
- Top toasted baguette slices with the bruschetta mixture.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh basil.
- Enjoy!