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Bruschetta Cheese Ball

A delightful appetizer combining the rich flavors of classic bruschetta with the creamy texture of a cheese ball.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 12.35 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheese mix mozzarella and Parmesan
  • 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes divided
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1/2 cup olives chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 fresh tomato diced (for garnish)
  • 1 bunch fresh basil leaves for garnish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the ingredients by finely chopping one portion of the sun-dried tomatoes and setting aside the other half. Chop the fresh basil and olives.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the shredded cheese mix, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, basil, olives, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  3. Form the mixture into a ball shape, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, melt butter and toast the panko breadcrumbs until golden brown.
  5. Roll the chilled cheese ball in the toasted panko breadcrumbs until fully coated.
  6. Garnish with diced fresh tomatoes and additional basil leaves.
  7. Serve alongside slices of toasted baguette, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 10g

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