Caprese Dip Recipe
This creamy and cheesy Caprese Dip combines roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and a trio of mozzarella, provolone, and parmesan cheeses for a deliciously melty appetizer. Perfect for serving with crusty bread, crackers, or tortilla chips, this baked dip brings the classic flavors of a Caprese salad in a warm, indulgent dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Roasted Tomato Base
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, divided
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons basil pesto (homemade or store bought)
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
Cheese Mixture
- 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
To Serve
- Crusty bread, crackers, or tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and position the oven rack in the middle to ensure even baking.
- Prepare the Roasted Tomato Base: Place 1 cup of whole cherry tomatoes in the bottom of a 2-quart baking dish or cast iron skillet. Drizzle with olive oil and add basil pesto, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat the tomatoes evenly. Bake for 15 minutes until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
- Mix the Cheese and Basil: While the tomatoes roast, combine the sour cream and chopped fresh basil in a large bowl. Stir in the low-moisture mozzarella chunks, shredded provolone, and grated parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Combine and Top: When the tomatoes finish roasting, add the cheese mixture to the dish and toss gently to combine with the tomatoes. Cut the remaining 1 cup of cherry tomatoes in half and arrange them evenly on top of the cheese mixture.
- Bake the Dip: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling at the edges, and slightly golden on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the dip from the oven and immediately top with fresh basil leaves before serving. Serve warm with crusty bread, crackers, or tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- Nutrition information provided excludes bread or crackers served alongside the dip.
- To track nutrition accurately, search ‘caprese dip – whatmollymade’ on My Fitness Pal.
- Use fresh, high-quality cheeses for the best flavor and meltability.
- If you prefer a spicier dip, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
- Cast iron skillets or an 8×8-inch baking dish both work well for baking this dip.
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