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Caprese Dip

Healthy Fact of the Day

Fresh basil contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds while adding incredible flavor without calories. Cherry tomatoes provide lycopene and vitamin C, making this indulgent dip more nutritious than many party appetizers.
Caprese Dip

Caprese Dip

Recipe by Daily Disher

Caprese Dip features a creamy blend of mozzarella, cream cheese, and Parmesan with cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, baked until bubbly and finished with balsamic glaze.

Course: AppetizerCuisine: ItalianDifficulty: Easy
3.9 from 7 votes
Servings

6

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes
Calories

250

kcal

35

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded

    • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

    • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

    • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    • 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze

    • 1 pinch salt

    • 1 pinch black pepper

    Directions

    • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
    • Fold in the cherry tomatoes and chopped fresh basil, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
    • Spoon the cheese and tomato mixture into a baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
    • Drizzle olive oil over the top of the mixture, then season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the top is lightly golden brown.
    • Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before drizzling balsamic glaze over the top.
    • Serve warm with slices of crusty bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks for dipping.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    This Caprese Dip transforms the beloved Italian salad into a warm, gooey appetizer that’s impossible to resist. Creamy mozzarella, tangy cream cheese, and nutty Parmesan melt together into the perfect cheesy base, studded with juicy cherry tomatoes and aromatic fresh basil that deliver those classic Caprese flavors. Baked until golden and bubbly, then finished with a drizzle of sweet-tart balsamic glaze, it’s the kind of dip that disappears fast at parties—perfect for serving with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for scooping up every last delicious bite.

    3.9 from 7 votes

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