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Caprese Dip

Caprese dip is a creamy baked appetizer topped with softened cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and balsamic glaze. Mozzarella and Parmesan turn the warm cream cheese base into a bubbling, savory dip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
resting 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the dip
  • 1 tsp unsalted butter softened, for greasing
  • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt
For the topping
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 1 tbsp balsamic glaze

Equipment

  • 1 1-quart baking dish

Method
 

Prepare the dip
  1. Heat the oven to 375°F.
  2. Grease a 1-quart baking dish with the softened butter.
  3. In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  4. Spread the mixture in the prepared dish.
Top and bake
  1. Scatter the cherry tomatoes over the dip.
  2. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until hot and bubbling at the edges and the tomatoes have softened.
Finish
  1. Let the dip rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Scatter the basil over it.
  3. Drizzle with the balsamic glaze.

Notes

For the smoothest dip, let the cream cheese soften fully before mixing. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freezing is not recommended because the dairy may separate. Serve with gluten-free crackers or vegetables for gluten-free dippers.