Description
This Caprese Dip Recipe is a delightful blend of warm, gooey cheese, juicy tomatoes, and fresh basil that will elevate any gathering. Perfect for summer parties, game days, or cozy nights in, this dip is both easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Serve it alongside crusty bread or crunchy crackers for an unforgettable appetizer that everyone will love. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, your guests will rave about this irresistible dish.
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 (cut into chunks)
- 8 ounces shredded provolone cheese
- ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes, olive oil, pesto, garlic, salt, and pepper. Toss well and roast for 15 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream and chopped basil. Stir in the mozzarella, provolone, and parmesan.
- Add the cheese mixture to the roasted tomatoes and gently combine. Arrange halved tomatoes on top.
- Bake for an additional 20 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (65g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg