Cheesy Caprese Dip Recipe

This Cheesy Caprese Dip is one appetizer recipe your friends will beg you to make again with its mouthwatering combination of cheeses, basil, and tomatoes.

Everyone knows if you bring a hot, cheesy dip to a party, you will be an instant hero and your friends and family will happily make the dip disappear.

This Cheesy Caprese Dip is just the recipe to share with the wonderful combination of cheeses, basil, and fresh tomatoes. You can even prepare the dip in the pan before the party and bake it right before serving.

How To Make

Soften the cream cheese in the microwave. Then, stir in the shredded mozzarella cheese, pesto, mayonnaise, and 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese.

Can I Use Homemade Pesto?

Yes, you can make your own pesto for this cheesy caprese appetizer! If you would like to do so, you can try our homemade pesto recipe. It does not contain pine nuts so it is actually called pistou not pesto…who knew?

I like to make things as easy as possible when I’m cooking, especially if I am in a rush. So, for this recipe, I used store-bought pesto and it turned out wonderful.

What Kind of Tomatoes Should I Use?

For this recipe, I used vine-ripened tomatoes and cut them into small pieces after slicing them and removing the seeds. You can use any tomatoes you like! For example, you could use Roma tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, or grape tomatoes.

If you prefer, you can use canned diced tomatoes just be sure to drain them first! 

Can I Make This In A Different Sized Pan?

Yes, you can make in a different sized pan, like a 9-inch pie plate or a small casserole dish. If you want to make it in a 9×13, you will have to increase the ingredient amounts so that it will fill the pan. 

Make Ahead

I love making recipes ahead of time to help relieve some of the stress when having a family get together.  To do so, get everything together in a pan, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Keep in mind it may take a little longer to bake due to the fact that it was in the fridge. 

Bake the cheesy caprese dip at 400˚F for 20-25 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with fresh, chopped basil and 2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese

Serve With

There are several things you can serve with this appetizer such as tortilla chips, corn chips, crackers, crostini, crusty bread, and veggie sticks. 

More Cheesy Dips To Try

• Cheesy Barbecue Dip
• Easy Queso Blanco
• Chili Cheese Skillet Dip
• Spinach Artichoke Dip