Creamy Tomato Basil Bruschetta Dip Recipe
This Bruschetta Dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring a creamy cream cheese base topped with fresh tomatoes and aromatic basil. Perfect for parties or casual snacking, it offers all the classic flavors of traditional bruschetta in a convenient dip form.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Base
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
Toppings
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a medium bowl, soften the cream cheese to room temperature and mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy, creating the dip base.
- Add Tomato Topping: Evenly spread or spoon the diced fresh tomatoes over the cream cheese base.
- Garnish with Basil: Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil leaves on top of the tomatoes for a fragrant finish.
Notes
- Use ripe, flavorful tomatoes like Roma or vine-ripened for the best taste.
- Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Serve with toasted baguette slices, pita chips, or fresh vegetable sticks.
- For a tangy twist, add a splash of balsamic vinegar to the tomatoes before topping.
Keywords: Bruschetta Dip, appetizer, cream cheese dip, Italian appetizer, tomato basil dip, easy party dip
