Halloween Bruschetta

Ingredients:

Directions:

1. ***You will need a silicone candy mold in a Halloween shape to make the ghosts or another character of your choosing***
2. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
3. Place the silicone mold on a baking sheet. Add mozzarella pearls to each cavity, filling completely and breaking apart the mozzarella pearls to fit smaller spaces. Bake for 5-7 minutes or until the mozzarella is melted and soft. Use the back of a spoon to gently press down to form the mozzarella into each cavity. If any moisture escapes, absorb it with a paper towel. Set the silicone mold aside to let the mozzarella set and cool.
4. Increase the temperature of the oven to 450 degrees F. Line the same baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and add to the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until soft and starting to burst. Remove from the oven and set aside.
5. Slice the baguette into 8 slices, about ½-inch thick. Add to the baking sheet and slightly drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 7-8 minutes or until toasted.
6. While the bread bakes, use a toothpick to add a small amount of black gel food coloring to the pesto and stir to combine. Add additional food coloring until the desired color is reached. Set aside.
7. Once the bread is toasted, remove from the oven and assemble the bruschetta on the baking sheet. Spread the pesto evenly between each piece. Top with the roasted tomatoes. Add a piece of mozzarella on top of the tomatoes.
8. Drizzle balsamic glaze on the bottom of a serving platter. Carefully transfer the bruschetta to the serving platter and place on top of the glaze. Sprinkle fresh chopped basil over the top. Serve and enjoy!