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Three-Cheese Tomato Bruschetta Dip

A creamy and flavorful dip combining ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan with fresh tomatoes, basil, and garlic, perfect for parties or cozy nights in.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Creamy cheese base
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded Provides meltiness
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated Adds nuttiness
Fresh Ingredients
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved For freshness
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Adds aromatic flavor
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped Enhances taste
  • 1/4 cup balsamic glaze For drizzling
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning
Serving Suggestions
  • Crostini, crackers, or grilled veggies Dippers for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese until well blended.
Assembly
  1. Spread the cheese mixture into a baking dish evenly.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix cherry tomatoes, garlic, basil, salt, and pepper together.
  3. Spoon the tomato mixture over the cheese base, spreading it out evenly.
  4. Drizzle with balsamic glaze for that extra punch of flavor.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and golden in spots.
  2. Serve warm with crostini, crackers, or grilled veggies for dipping.

Notes

Consider adding a variety of dippers to cater to different tastes. This dip can also be part of a charcuterie board.