Description
This Strawberry Bruschetta with Vanilla-Honey Mascarpone Swirl is a delightful twist on a classic Italian appetizer, featuring sweet strawberries and a creamy mascarpone spread. It’s easy to make and perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 120g baguette, sliced ½-inch thick
- 15g unsalted butter, melted
- 120g mascarpone cheese
- 60g cream cheese (halal-certified)
- 15ml honey
- 5ml vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
- Pinch sea salt
- 250g strawberries, hulled and diced
- 15g granulated sugar
- 10ml lemon juice
- 15g sliced almonds, toasted
- 2 sprigs fresh mint, torn
- Extra honey (optional)
Instructions
- Toast Baguette Slices: Brush baguette with melted butter and toast at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown.
- Prepare Mascarpone Spread: Blend mascarpone, cream cheese, honey, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Chill for 10 minutes.
- Craft Strawberry Compote: Cook strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice for 4-5 minutes until softened. Cool completely.
- Spread Mascarpone: Spread chilled mascarpone onto toasted baguette slices.
- Add Compote: Spoon cooled strawberry compote onto mascarpone.
- Garnish & Finish: Drizzle with honey, sprinkle with almonds, and garnish with mint.
Notes
For best results, use ripe, in-season strawberries. Chilling the mascarpone spread makes it easier to spread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bruschetta
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: strawberry,bruschetta,mascarpone,appetizer,dessert,summer,easy,sweet,italian