Berry Almond Bruschetta Recipe

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I've made Italian-style bruschetta as an appetizer for years, but this berry version is unbeatable! It can be served both as a snack and as a dessert.

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Berry Almond Bruschetta Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield: 12 Servings

20 5 25

Ingredients

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons half-and-half cream
2 tablespoons almond paste
4 teaspoons grated orange peel
1 tablespoon orange liqueur
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dash ground nutmeg
12 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 cups mixed fresh berries
1/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted

Directions

Place the first eight ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Set aside.
Lightly brush both sides of bread with butter; place on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Spread cream cheese mixture over toast; top with berries and sprinkle with almonds. Yield: 1 dozen.

Nutritional Facts 1 piece equals 176 calories, 10 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 17 mg cholesterol, 115 mg sodium, 18 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein.

Originally published as Berry Almond Bruschetta in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2011, p210