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Pesto Caprese Dip

Pesto Caprese Dip

An easy, flavorful appetizer sure to please a crowd!
Course Appetizer
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Author Holly at With Two Spoons (adapted from Rachel Cooks)

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons pesto
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 tablespoons basil chopped
  • Fresh cracked pepper to taste
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella torn into small-medium pieces (if using mozzarella packed in water, pat pieces dry with paper towels before adding to dish)
  • 8 ounces fresh cherry tomatoes
  • A small handful of pine nuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees.
  2. Spread the pesto in the bottom of a small baking pan.
  3. In a bowl, gently fold together the cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, basil, and pepper.
  4. Dollop the cheese mixture on top of the pesto and use clean fingers to gently spread it throughout the pan.
  5. Top with the torn fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and some additional sliced basil (for garnish).
  6. Bake at 425 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Allow to cool slightly.
  8. Top with a sprinkling of pine nuts.
  9. Enjoy!