Creamy Caprese Dip: Your Must-Have Summer Appetizer

This Caprese Dip combines creamy cheese, juicy tomatoes, and fresh basil for a delightful summer appetizer.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

8 oz Cream Cheese Softened, can substitute half with mascarpone for richer flavor.
1 tbsp Olive Oil High-quality extra virgin recommended.

For the Layers

8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Diced, use high-quality.
1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Diced, any ripe tomatoes can work.
1 tsp Garlic Powder Can use fresh minced garlic for sharper flavor.
1 tsp Dried Basil Fresh basil preferred for garnish.
1 cup Fresh Basil Chiffonade for ease of use.

For Finishing Touches

1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar A balsamic glaze can be used.
to taste Salt Adjust to personal taste.
to taste Pepper Adjust to personal taste.

For Dipping

1 box Crackers or Toast Rounds Choose gluten-free options if needed.

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Spatula
pie plate or shallow serving dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Caprese Dip

In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, garlic powder, and dried basil. Blend until smooth.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly in a pie plate or shallow serving dish.
Dice fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes, then layer them over the cream cheese base.
Chiffonade fresh basil and sprinkle over the mozzarella and tomatoes.
Whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar; drizzle over the dip.
Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately with crackers or toast rounds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Freezing is not recommended. Allow dip to chill for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

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