Easy Caprese Dip
If you love **Caprese salad**, you’ll adore this **Easy Caprese Dip**! This warm, cheesy dip takes **fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil** and transforms them into a **bubbly, melty appetizer** that’s perfect for dipping crusty bread or crackers.
Equipment
- - Oven-safe baking dish (8x8 or similar)
- - Mixing bowl
- - Knife & cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- - 8 oz cream cheese softened
- - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- - 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- - 2 cloves garlic minced
- - 1 tablespoon olive oil
- - 1/2 teaspoon salt
- - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- - 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
- - 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze optional, for drizzling
- - Toasted bread crackers, or pita chips (for serving)
Instructions
- #### **Step 1: Preheat & Prep**
- Preheat oven to **375°F (190°C)**.
- Grease an **oven-safe baking dish** with a little olive oil or cooking spray.
- #### **Step 2: Assemble the Dip**
- In a bowl, mix **cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano** until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish.
- Top with **halved cherry tomatoes**, pressing them slightly into the cheese.
- Drizzle with **olive oil** for extra richness.
- #### **Step 3: Bake**
- Bake for **15-18 minutes**, until the cheese is **melted and bubbly**.
- (Optional) Broil for **2-3 minutes** for a golden, slightly crisp top.
- #### **Step 4: Garnish & Serve**
- Sprinkle with **fresh basil** and drizzle with **balsamic glaze**.
- Serve warm with **toasted bread, crackers, or pita chips**.