Puff Pastry Caprese
Puff Pastry Caprese combines flaky puff pastry with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil, creating an elegant Italian-inspired appetizer or snack that’s quick to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to smooth any creases.
- Place the pastry on the baking sheet and prick the surface lightly with a fork to prevent excessive puffing.
- Brush the pastry with the beaten egg to give it a golden color when baked.
- Bake the pastry for 12-15 minutes or until golden and puffed. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Arrange slices of fresh mozzarella and tomato evenly over the baked pastry.
- Top with fresh basil leaves and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cut into squares and serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some flaky sea salt and a few red pepper flakes before serving.
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