Description
Strawberry Dessert Bruschetta combines crispy toasted sourdough bread with a luscious Nutella and cream cheese spread, topped with fresh diced strawberries and toasted walnuts for a perfect blend of textures and flavors. This quick and easy dessert is ideal for a sweet snack or a delightful party appetizer.
Ingredients
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Bread and Butter
- 8 slices 1/2-inch-thick sourdough bread
- 2 Tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Spread
- 4 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup Nutella hazelnut spread
Toppings
- 2 cups diced strawberries
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for toasting the bread.
- Toast the bread: Brush one side of each sourdough slice with melted butter and arrange them buttered side up on the baking sheet. Toast in the oven until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes.
- Cool the toasts: Remove the toasted bread from the oven and allow it to cool completely to ensure the spread adheres nicely.
- Mix the spread: In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and Nutella together until smooth and well combined. Alternatively, you can mix by hand using a bowl and handheld mixer.
- Assemble the bruschetta: Spread a generous layer of the Nutella and cream cheese mixture onto each cooled toast slice.
- Add toppings: Evenly distribute the diced strawberries on top of each spread-covered toast.
- Garnish: Sprinkle the toasted chopped walnuts over the strawberries for added crunch and flavor.
- Serve: Present the strawberry dessert bruschetta immediately to enjoy the combination of textures and freshness.
Notes
- To toast walnuts on the stovetop, place them in a small sauté pan over low heat. Stir frequently until they become fragrant, about 3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Letting the toasts cool completely before spreading prevents the cream cheese and Nutella mixture from melting.
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds based on personal preference.
- For a festive touch, drizzle a little honey or sprinkle powdered sugar just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
