Description
A fresh and creamy Caprese dip that combines mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil for a vibrant appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls, diced
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and olive oil, blending until smooth.
- Add cherry tomatoes and mozzarella, gently folding into the mixture.
- Fold in chopped basil for added flavor.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top and stir gently.
- Taste and adjust flavors with lemon juice or salt as needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with extra basil and olive oil.
Notes
Serve with crackers, veggies, or pita chips for a delightful dipping experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
