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Creamy bruschetta dip with fresh tomatoes, basil, and cheese served with toasted bread slices on rustic wooden board

Easy Bruschetta Dip Recipe - Perfect Party Appetizer in 25 Minutes!

This Bruschetta Dip transforms the classic Italian appetizer into a creamy, crowd-pleasing dip that’s perfect for parties. Featuring marinated Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, and a whipped feta-cream cheese base, it delivers restaurant-level flavor in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Roma tomatoes diced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 –2 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt to taste
Creamy Cheese Base:
  • 8 oz feta cheese crumbled
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste
Garnish:
  • Fresh basil chopped
  • Red pepper flakes optional
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Substitution Options:
  • Swap feta for goat cheese or ricotta for milder flavor
  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for lighter texture
  • Substitute cherry tomatoes for Roma if preferred

Method
 

  1. Dice Roma tomatoes and combine with basil, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt. Toss gently to coat.
  2. Let tomato mixture marinate for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  3. In a food processor, blend feta, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil for 3–4 minutes until smooth and whipped.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed.
  5. Spread cheese base evenly in a shallow dish. Top with marinated tomato mixture.
  6. Garnish with basil, red pepper flakes, and grated Parmesan. Serve with toasted baguette, crostini, or crackers.

Notes

Prepare the cheese base and tomato mixture separately for make-ahead convenience. Assemble just before serving for best texture. For a warm version, bake assembled dip at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until bubbly.