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5 from 3 votes

Mushroom Bruschetta

Mushroom Bruschetta is an easy appetizer that's ready in under 25 minutes! Toasted cheesy bread topped with caramelized mushrooms, thyme and balsamic, it's an instant crowd-pleaser. 
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian
Keyword: mushroom bruschetta, mushroom crostini
Servings: 20 slices
Author: Erin Alvarez

Ingredients

  • 1 french baguette sliced into 1/2" pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 oz. gruyere cheese thinly sliced, or more as needed
  • 1 tbsp butter or more if needed
  • 12 oz. baby bella mushrooms sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme leaves removed
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • balsamic glaze for garnish optional

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes. Then, add the garlic, thyme and balsamic vinegar to the pan and continue cooking until the mushrooms are soft. Place a lid on the skillet to keep the mixture warm.
  • Next, heat the broiler on HIGH, then place the bread slices on a large baking sheet (or use two). Brush the bread with the olive oil on both sides, then place in the oven for 3 minutes. Remove from the oven and carefully flip the bread over, then top each piece with a slice of cheese. Place back into the oven for about 2 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
  • To assemble: place the toasted cheesy bread slices onto a serving platter, then spoon some of the mushroom mixture overtop of each piece. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, fresh thyme and optionally, drizzle with a little balsamic glaze. Enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are per piece and are an estimation

Nutrition

Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 99mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 74IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1mg
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