Description
This Caprese Dip Recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, blending the vibrant flavors of fresh basil and juicy tomatoes with creamy cheeses for an irresistible appetizer. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy gatherings, this warm dip pairs beautifully with crusty bread, crunchy crackers, or crispy tortilla chips. With its cheesy goodness and easy preparation, it’s sure to steal the spotlight at your next event. Impress your guests with this delightful dish that embodies the essence of Italian cuisine!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh chopped basil
- 8 ounces low-moisture mozzarella cheese (cut into chunks)
- 8 ounces shredded provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, combine whole cherry tomatoes with olive oil, basil pesto, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss gently and roast for about 15 minutes until tomatoes burst.
- While roasting, mix sour cream and chopped basil in a bowl. Add mozzarella chunks, provolone, and parmesan; stir until combined.
- Once the tomatoes are roasted, layer the cheese mixture on top and scatter halved cherry tomatoes. Bake for another 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg