Burrata Bruschetta with Tomatoes

This Burrata Bruschetta is everything I want in an appetizer — crisp toasted bread, juicy marinated tomatoes, creamy burrata, fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

It looks fancy enough for a dinner party but takes barely 15 minutes to put together.

And if you're someone who finds regular bruschetta a little dry, this is the version for you. The creamy burrata and juicy tomatoes make every bite messy, creamy, crunchy and completely worth it.

Planned a party but don't know what to serve? Then this recipe of creamy burrata bruschetta is for you. Before you say you don't like dry bread, I want to say neither do I!

This is a juicy, party in your mouth in every single bite kind of dish. Though the ingredients are simple, they pair beautifully together.

Make this during summer during the tomato season with ripe, juicy tomatoes. If you live in a tropical climate, you can do it anytime you have fresh tomatoes.

Fresh tomatoes mean making gallons of roasted red pepper and tomato pasta sauce, and burrata caprese on repeat!

Why You'll Love This Burrata Bruschetta

• Ready in about 15 minutes
• Creamy burrata + juicy tomatoes + crispy bread
• Easy enough for a snack but impressive enough for entertaining
• Can be prepped ahead and assembled just before serving
• Works as individual bruschetta or a deconstructed burrata appetizer
• Great for holiday parties, Christmas and New Year's entertaining

What is Burrata Bruschetta?

Classic bruschetta is toasted bread topped with tomatoes, basil, garlic and olive oil.

This version adds burrata cheese, which has a soft mozzarella shell and an incredibly creamy center.

I finish mine with marinated tomatoes, fresh basil and balsamic glaze, so you get something creamy, tangy, juicy and crunchy in every bite.

Ingredients for Burrata Bruchetta

Here are the simple ingredients you need to make this delicious recipe

See the recipe card for quantities.

Bread

Use a sturdy rustic bread such as sourdough, ciabatta, Italian bread or a French baguette.

If you're serving this for a party, firmer bread is especially useful because it holds up better under the juicy tomatoes and burrata.

Day-old bread works beautifully here too.

Bruschetta vs Crostini

For larger slices, use sourdough or rustic Italian bread and serve it as bruschetta.

For bite-sized party appetizers, slice a baguette into smaller pieces and make burrata crostini instead.

Burrata

Burrata is a fresh Italian cheese with a mozzarella exterior and a creamy stracciatella center.

Take it out of the refrigerator a little before serving so it isn't ice-cold. The creamy center tastes much better closer to room temperature.

Tear it gently with your hands rather than trying to cut it into neat slices.

If you can't find burrata, fresh mozzarella is the closest substitute, although it won't be quite as creamy.

If you have extra burrata, my Burrata Caprese Salad is another easy way to use it with tomatoes, basil and olive oil.

Tomatoes

Use the ripest tomatoes you can find.

I like a mixture of cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes and heirloom tomatoes because you get different flavors, colors and textures.

Cherry tomatoes are particularly good outside peak tomato season because they're usually sweeter than larger supermarket tomatoes.

Cut larger tomatoes into small pieces so they stay on the toast.

Basil

Fresh basil is best here.

If you can't get fresh basil, a small spoonful of pesto works too.

Balsamic

I use both balsamic vinegar in the tomato mixture and balsamic glaze over the finished bruschetta.

The vinegar adds acidity while the glaze adds a slightly sweet, syrupy finish.

If you are feeling like something sweet, then you must try my sour dough French toast. Serve it along with the bruschetta for a perfect brunch spread.

How to Make Burrata Bruschetta

1. Marinate the Tomatoes

Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Add sliced basil, extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and freshly cracked pepper.

Toss everything together and let it sit while you prepare the bread.

This short resting time gives the tomatoes a chance to release some of their juices and absorb the balsamic and olive oil.

2. Toast the Bread

Brush the bread lightly with olive oil and toast until golden and crisp.

You can toast it in a skillet, grill pan or oven.

Serve immediately.

While the bread is still warm, rub the surface with a cut garlic clove.

3. Assemble

Spoon the marinated tomatoes over the toasted bread.

Tear pieces of burrata over the tomatoes, making sure you get some of that creamy center on every piece.

Finish with fresh basil, black pepper and balsamic glaze.

The bread does tend to soak up some of the juices. I love that, though; if you serve it for a party or a cookout, you can keep the bread and marinated tomatoes ready and assemble them just before serving.

To make balsamic glaze at home, simply take ¼ cup of balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Simmer it till it thickens and becomes like syrup. Keep in mind that the reduction will thicken as it cools. If it's too thick, dissolve it with some water.

How to Keep Bruschetta From Getting Soggy

Don't assemble the bruschetta too early.

The tomatoes release juice as they sit, and the bread will eventually absorb it.

For parties, prepare the tomato mixture, toasted bread and burrata separately, then assemble everything shortly before serving.

If your tomatoes release a lot of liquid, use a slotted spoon when adding them to the toast.

Burrata Bruschetta Variations

Pesto Burrata Bruschetta – Add a small spoonful of pesto underneath the burrata.

Heirloom Tomato Burrata Bruschetta – Use chopped heirloom tomatoes when they're in season.

Burrata Crostini – Use thin baguette slices for smaller party appetizers.

Spicy Burrata Bruschetta – Finish with chili flakes or chili crisp.

Roasted Tomato Burrata Bruschetta – Use roasted cherry tomatoes when fresh tomatoes aren't at their best.

Can I Make Burrata Bruschetta Ahead?

Yes — just don't assemble it ahead.

The tomato mixture can be prepared a few hours before serving and refrigerated.

Toast the bread ahead as well and keep it at room temperature.

Then tear the burrata and assemble the bruschetta just before serving so the bread stays crisp.

Burrata Bruschetta for Holiday Parties

Although I make this constantly when tomatoes are in season, burrata bruschetta also makes a beautiful Christmas or New Year's appetizer.

Use good cherry tomatoes, which are usually easier to find sweet and flavorful during the colder months, and make smaller burrata crostini for a party platter.

The red tomatoes, green basil and creamy white burrata also happen to look very festive without you having to do anything complicated.

Deconstructed Burrata Bruschetta

For a larger party, you don't even need to assemble individual pieces.

Place the burrata on a platter, spoon the marinated tomatoes around it and serve toasted bread or crostini on the side.

Guests can tear off some burrata, add tomatoes and build their own bruschetta.If you like this kind of relaxed burrata platter, my Burrata Caprese Salad is another easy option with tomatoes, basil and olive oil.

This is especially useful for entertaining because the bread stays crisp.

What to Serve with Burrata Bruschetta

I usually serve it as an appetizer or part of a larger snack board.

For a party spread, pair it with my Roasted Garlic Compound Butter, Sriracha Aioli, Chimichurri Aioli or another recipe from my Party Dips collection.

If you're serving brunch, my Sourdough French Toast works really well alongside it for something sweet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best bread for Burrata Bruschetta?

Sourdough, ciabatta, Italian bread and baguette all work well. Choose bread with enough structure to hold the tomatoes and creamy burrata without becoming soggy immediately.

Do you serve burrata warm or cold?

Burrata is best closer to room temperature rather than straight from the refrigerator. Let it sit out briefly while you prepare the tomatoes and toast.

Can I make Burrata Bruschetta ahead?

Prepare the tomatoes and toasted bread separately, then assemble just before serving.

Can I use mozzarella instead of burrata?

Yes. Fresh mozzarella works, but burrata is much creamier because of its stracciatella-filled center.

What's the difference between burrata bruschetta and burrata crostini?

Bruschetta is usually made with larger slices of rustic grilled or toasted bread. Crostini are smaller, thinner toasted bread slices and are especially useful for bite-sized party appetizers.

Can I use cherry tomatoes?

Yes. Cherry and grape tomatoes are ideal because they're sweet, juicy and easy to find throughout the year.

What goes well with Burrata Bruschetta?

Serve it with salads, pasta, grilled vegetables or as part of an appetizer spread. It's also excellent alongside other dips, crostini and small bites.

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