Description
Indulge in the flavors of summer with this warm and creamy Caprese Dip, perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. Combining fresh cherry tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a blend of gooey cheeses, this dip delivers an explosion of flavor in every bite. Serve it with crusty bread, crunchy crackers, or even tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that will leave your guests wanting more. In just about 40 minutes, you can whip up this irresistible dish that captures the essence of an Italian classic. Whether it’s a summer barbecue or a casual get-together, this Caprese Dip is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (cut into chunks)
- 8 ounces shredded provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a baking dish, combine cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Bake for 15 minutes until tomatoes start bursting.
- In a mixing bowl, blend sour cream and fresh mozzarella with provolone and parmesan.
- Once tomatoes are done, mix cheeses with the roasted tomatoes and return to the oven for another 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg