Description
This Caprese Dip transforms fresh cherry tomatoes into a warm, cheesy delight perfect for any gathering. Roasted cherry tomatoes combined with garlic, basil pesto, and a blend of mozzarella, provolone, and parmesan cheeses create a luscious, flavorful dip that pairs wonderfully with crusty bread, crackers, or tortilla chips.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomato Mixture
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Dip Base
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1/2 cup fresh chopped basil
Cheeses
- 8 ounces low-moisture mozzarella cheese, cut into chunks
- 8 ounces shredded provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
To Serve
- Crusty bread, crackers, or tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for roasting the tomatoes.
- Prepare Tomato Mixture: In a baking dish, combine the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat the tomatoes evenly.
- Roast Tomatoes: Bake the tomato mixture for 20 minutes, until the tomatoes soften and their skins start to blister, intensifying their natural flavors.
- Mix Dip Base: While the tomatoes roast, combine sour cream, basil pesto, and freshly chopped basil in a bowl until smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine Tomatoes and Dip Base: Stir the roasted tomatoes and their juices into the sour cream mixture until well mixed.
- Add Cheeses: Gently fold in the mozzarella chunks, shredded provolone, and grated parmesan until fully combined.
- Bake with Cheese: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the cheeses melt and become bubbly and golden.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with crusty bread, crackers, or tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar before serving.
- Use fresh, high-quality cheeses for the best taste and meltability.
- This dip is best served warm to enjoy the gooey, melted cheese texture.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently in the oven.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the tomato mixture before roasting.
