Description
Discover the delightful Pesto Caprese Puff Pastry Pizza, a delicious blend of crunchy puff pastry, vibrant pesto, creamy mozzarella, and juicy tomatoes that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry
Pesto Sauce
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
Fresh Mozzarella
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
Cherry Tomatoes
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Fresh Basil
- A handful of fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Start by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until it’s about 1/4 inch thick, and transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Be gentle to avoid tearing the flaky layers.
- Spread the Pesto: Spread a generous layer of pesto sauce evenly over the surface of the puff pastry, leaving a small border around the edges to create a crust.
- Add Cheese and Tomatoes: Slice the fresh mozzarella and halved cherry tomatoes, then arrange them artfully on top of the pesto, ensuring a good balance for bursting flavor in every bite.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and flaky. Keep a close eye on it to achieve that perfect bake.
- Garnish and Serve: Once out of the oven, sprinkle fresh basil over the top. Allow it to cool slightly before slicing into the pizza, revealing the delicious cheesy center.
Notes
- Thaw puff pastry overnight in the refrigerator for best results.
- Don’t overload the pizza with too many toppings to prevent sogginess.
- Use the freshest ingredients for maximum flavor impact.
- Experiment with different shapes for a fun presentation.
- Baking on a pizza stone can enhance crust crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Pesto, Caprese, Puff Pastry, Pizza, Appetizer, Easy Recipe