Sweet Berry Bruschetta Food

SWEET BERRY BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Place the slices of baguette on a sheet tray and stick them under the broiler until golden brown, watch them closely so they don't burn.
• In the bowl of a stand mixer or with a hand mixer, whip together the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, and vanilla until smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
• In a small bowl combine the diced strawberries, blueberries, and teaspoon of sugar, stirring until the berries are coated in the sugar.
• Let the berries sit for about 5 minutes until their juices start to come out.
• Spread the vanilla cream cheese mixture on top of the slices of toasted baguette then top each baguette slice with some of the berries.

SWEET BERRY BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Lightly butter one side of each baguette slice and place butter side up on a baking sheet. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Toast the bread slices under the oven broiler until golden brown (but not burned - watch closely!). It should only take 1-2 minutes to toast perfectly. Remove from oven and let the bread slices cool completely.
• In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, lemon zest, powdered sugar and yogurt and whisk to combine well.
• Spread a tablespoon or so of the sweet cream cheese mixture on each toasted bread slice. Top with berries of your choice and fresh mint, if desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve (up to 2 hours - after that the bread slices may get a little soft).

SWEET BERRY BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet; lightly coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons sugar. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until lightly browned. , In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, extract and remaining sugar. Spread over toasted bread. Top with berries and almonds; dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve immediately.

BRIE-BERRY BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet; brush with oil. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown., Spread Brie over toast; top with strawberries. Drizzle with vinegar and sprinkle with thyme.

BALSAMIC BERRY BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Thinly slice a baguette; arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Brush with softened butter and sprinkle with salt and sugar. Bake at 425 degrees F until lightly golden, about 7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
• Toss 1 cup sliced strawberries, 2 tablespoons superfine sugar and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; set aside 30 minutes. Mix 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese, 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar and a dash of vanilla extract. Spread the mascarpone mixture on the toast rounds; top with the berries and juices.

STRAWBERRY BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Preheat your oven's broiler. Spread a thin layer of butter on each slice of bread. Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
• Place bread under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes, just until lightly toasted. Spoon some chopped strawberries onto each piece of toast, then sprinkle sugar over the strawberries.
• Place under the broiler again until sugar is caramelized, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve immediately.

BREAKFAST BRUSCHETTA

Steps:

• Slice french bread into 1/2 inch slices, Place the bread on a parchment lined cookie sheet, sprinkle with 2 tsp of the splenda, broil 3 to 4 inches from the heat. for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown. Meanwhile combine cream cheese or like product almond extract and remaining plain splenda. Place spread on warm toast top with berries and almonds and flax seeds, lightly douse with 2tsp of powdered splenda. Serve 3 pieces a piece.