Description
Indulge in a warm, cheesy delight with this Caprese Dip Recipe, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. This irresistible appetizer combines the vibrant flavors of fresh cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil into a luscious dip that will leave your guests craving more. Baked to perfection and bubbling with flavor, this dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread, tortilla chips, or crackers. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up this delightful treat that’s sure to impress at any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (chunked)
- 8 ounces shredded provolone cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes with olive oil, pesto, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss gently.
- Roast the mixture for about 15 minutes until the tomatoes blister.
- In a mixing bowl, blend sour cream with chopped basil and all three cheeses until smooth.
- Add the cheese mixture to the roasted tomatoes and stir gently until combined. Top with halved cherry tomatoes.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg