Description
Indulge in this delightful Caprese Dip Recipe, a warm and cheesy appetizer that brings the classic flavors of Caprese salad to your gatherings. Featuring fresh basil, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a blend of gooey cheeses, this dip is perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners. With its vibrant colors and rich textures, it serves as an impressive centerpiece for any table. Serve it with crusty bread, crunchy crackers, or crispy tortilla chips for a mouthwatering experience that will have your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons basil pesto
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup fresh chopped basil
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (chunked)
- 8 ounces shredded provolone cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange cherry tomatoes in a baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, and season with pesto, garlic, salt, and pepper. Roast for 15 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, fresh basil, mozzarella, provolone, and parmesan until well blended.
- After roasting the tomatoes, combine with the cheese mixture and top with halved cherry tomatoes.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg