Caprese Dip Recipe: Easy & Indulgent Treat for Home Cooks
An easy and indulgent Caprese Dip recipe that combines the classic flavors of a Caprese salad into a creamy, cheesy dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, and chopped basil.
- Spread the mixture into a baking dish.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheeses for variety.
- For a spicier version, add crushed red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg