Blackberry-Almond Bruschetta
Serves: 4
Mckayla Mann
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
49
Spice
52
Sweetness
38
Sourness
41
mins
Prep time (avg)
5.7
Difficulty
Ingredients:
Directions:
1
Heat oven to 350 degrees F
2
Bake French loaf as directed on can
3
Cool 5 minutes
4
Cut ends off loaf; cut loaf crosswise into 24 slices, about 1/2 inch thick
5
Arrange slices on ungreased cookie sheet
6
Spray each slice with cooking spray until lightly coated; sprinkle with granulated sugar
7
Return to oven; bake 8 to 10 minutes longer or until lightly toasted
8
Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat cream cheese, almond extract and 1/4 cup powdered sugar with electric mixer on low speed until well combined
9
Spread cheese mixture evenly onto toasted bread slices
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Top each with 3 or 4 blackberries; sprinkle with almonds
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With small strainer, sprinkle 3 tablespoons powdered sugar over bruschetta
12
High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): No change
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*To toast almonds, spread on cookie sheet; bake at 350 degrees F 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally
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Special Touch: Garnish the serving platter with additional blackberries and fresh mint leaves
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