Bread baskets with mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes and black olives

Name: Bread baskets with mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes and black olives
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: En
Ingredients: 8 slices of sandwich bread; 100 g mozzarella (or scamorza) cheese; 10 cherry tomatoes (+/-); 12 pitted black olives (+/-); Extra-virgin olive oil to taste; Salt to taste; Basil leaves to taste

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Very Easy

18 min

279 Kcal

These bread baskets are a simple yet elegant appetizer, perfect for a vegetarian appetizer or a buffet. With their crispy base and soft, melty filling, they offer a delicious contrast of textures. Cherry tomatoes add freshness, while black olives bring a balanced flavor. Finished with extra virgin olive oil and fresh basil, they capture the essence of Mediterranean cuisine in every bite.

Ingredients

8 slices of sandwich bread
100 g mozzarella (or scamorza) cheese
10 cherry tomatoes (+/-)
12 pitted black olives (+/-)
Extra-virgin olive oil to taste
Salt to taste
Basil leaves to taste

Materials

Kitchen brush
Knife
Cutting board
Muffin mold

Preparation

Preparation5 min

Cook time13 min

Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and arrange them on a baking sheet. Season with extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of salt.
Flatten the bread slices with a rolling pin until thin and even.
Cut out circles of bread using a cookie cutter.
Gently arrange the circles in muffin molds and brush the inside with extra virgin olive oil.
Bake the baskets and cherry tomatoes together, placing the baking sheets in the preheated oven.
Bake at 350°F/80°C for 7 minutes (preheated oven).
Stuff the baskets with cherry tomatoes, diced mozzarella and sliced olives. Bake at 350°F/180°C for another 6 minutes, until the mozzarella is well melted and the baskets are crispy.
Strain, top with a drizzle of raw extra virgin olive oil and a few fresh basil leaves. Serve warm or lukewarm.

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FAQ ❓

What are the secrets to making crispy bread baskets?

To get perfect crispy bread baskets, it's important to flatten the pancarré well to create a thin, even base. Brushing with extra virgin olive oil helps brown the bread evenly, while baking in a ventilated oven at the right temperature ensures a golden and fragrant texture without burning them.

Can I substitute mozzarella cheese for another cheese?

Yes, you can replace mozzarella with alternatives such as scamorza, provolone or goat cheese. The scamorza makes the baskets more flavorful, while the goat cheese adds a more intense and slightly acidic note, perfect for varying the taste of the vegetarian appetizer.

How can I customize the filling of the baskets?

You can enrich the bread baskets with ingredients such as grilled zucchini, eggplant, roasted peppers or even green olives. For a richer version, you can add dried fruits or herbs to enhance the Mediterranean flavors even more.

Is it possible to prepare the baskets in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the baskets in advance by assembling them a few hours in advance. For best results, however, it is best to bake them just before serving so as to maintain the contrast between the crunchiness of the bread and the softness of the filling.

How to store crispy bread baskets?

Bread baskets can be stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 days in an airtight container. Before serving, it is advisable to reheat them in the oven for a few minutes to bring back the crispy base and bring out the flavors again.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g

Calories: 279Kcal

Carbo: 25.8g
Total fat: 13.3g
Saturated fat: 4.4g
Proteins: 10.3g
Fibers: 5.4g
Sugar: 3.7g
ProPoints: 7
SmartPoints: 9

Nutritional information for 1 serving (122g)

Cookware

oven

Attributes

Keep refrigerated

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Every day I immerse myself in the world of cooking, looking for new recipes and flavors to share: from grandma's dish to the latest food trends. I have been working in food communication for over 10 years!

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