BLACKBERRY-ALMOND BRUSCHETTA

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It doesn't matter if you serve this fruit-topped bruschetta as an appetizer or dessert -- it will be a hit!

Provided by Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 24 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (11 oz) Pillsbury(r) refrigerated crusty French loaf
Butter-flavor cooking spray
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 package (8 oz) reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), softened
1 to 2 teaspoons almond extract
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 bag (10 oz) Cascadian Farm(r) Organic frozen blackberries, thawed, well drained
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted, coarsely chopped*
3 tablespoons powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake French loaf as directed on can. Cool 5 minutes. Cut ends off loaf; cut loaf crosswise into 24 slices, about 1/2 inch thick. Arrange slices on ungreased cookie sheet. Spray each slice with cooking spray until lightly coated; sprinkle with granulated sugar. Return to oven; bake 8 to 10 minutes longer or until lightly toasted. Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat cream cheese, almond extract and 1/4 cup powdered sugar with electric mixer on low speed until well combined. Spread cheese mixture evenly onto toasted bread slices. Top each with 3 or 4 blackberries; sprinkle with almonds. With small strainer, sprinkle 3 tablespoons powdered sugar over bruschetta. High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): No change. *Special Touch: Garnish the serving platter with additional blackberries and fresh mint leaves.
  • Contest Name: 42nd Bake-Off(r) Contest (Orlando, 2006) Contestant Name: Karen Mack City: Webster State: NY Prize Value: $10,000 Brand New You Category Winner

Malik Manzoor
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover bread. I always have a loaf of bread that's about to go stale, so this is a perfect way to use it up.


Theophilus Caesar
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, but I loved it in this recipe. It added a nice tanginess to the dish.


Mredu Maruf
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This recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of fruit or nut that you like.


Keelan Hayes
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I love the way the blackberries and almonds add a pop of color and flavor to this dish.


Shahb Khan
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect appetizer for any party.


Sam The Great
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Adeel Khokhar
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I omitted the almonds. It was still really good.


Imran Khoso
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this recipe. The blackberries and goat cheese are a perfect match.


Muhammad Shayyan
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This recipe is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.


Kyle Brown
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I'm not a fan of almonds, so I used walnuts instead. It was still really good.


Liya Liya
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I made this for a brunch party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Waqar Kunbhar
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover blackberries. I always have a bunch in my fridge, so this is a perfect way to use them up.


Tayyab Nadeem
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I'm not a huge fan of goat cheese, so I used cream cheese instead. It was still delicious!


lewis muzundu
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Lewani Bacha
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This blackberry almond bruschetta was a hit at my last party! The combination of sweet blackberries, crunchy almonds, and tangy goat cheese was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.