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Caprese Dip

Savory Caprese Dip That Will Wow Your Guests

This Caprese Dip perfectly blends cheeses, tomatoes, and basil for a creamy, gluten-free appetizer that will wow your guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Grape or heirloom can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be used for different flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Basil Pesto Homemade can be used or omit if unavailable.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best, garlic powder can work in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste; sea salt can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier option.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Dried can be used but use less.
  • 1 cup Low-Moisture Mozzarella Cheese Fresh mozzarella can be used but watch moisture.
  • 1 cup Shredded Provolone Cheese Fontina cheese can work as a replacement.
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Caprese Dip
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and position the oven rack in the middle.
  2. Add 1 cup of whole cherry tomatoes to a medium-sized baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and mix in basil pesto, minced garlic, and a pinch of kosher salt and black pepper. Bake for 15 minutes until the tomatoes blister.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream with fresh basil. Fold in low-moisture mozzarella, provolone, and parmesan cheese until well combined.
  4. Mix the roasted tomato mixture with the cheese blend, gently folding to melt the cheeses slightly. Top with remaining halved cherry tomatoes.
  5. Return dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  6. Remove from the oven, let it rest for a minute, then sprinkle with fresh basil before serving with bread, chips, or crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 9gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience. Avoid leaving out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

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