Puff Pastry Caprese Bites Recipe (Easy Elegant Appetizer) 🍅🧀
Puff Pastry Caprese Bites are a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad, featuring flaky, buttery puff pastry filled with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil. Perfect for entertaining, these elegant appetizers are simple to make and offer a burst of fresh flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls bocconcini, halved
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze for drizzling
- 1 large egg beaten, for egg wash
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling on tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface to smoothen it and cut it into 2-inch squares.
- Place a half mozzarella ball, a half cherry tomato, and a few torn basil leaves in the center of each puff pastry square. Season with salt and pepper.
- Fold the corners of the pastry squares over the filling to create a pocket, sealing the edges with a fork. Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Drizzle the filled pockets with olive oil and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
Tip 1: Ensure the puff pastry is completely thawed before rolling out for best results.
Tip 2: These bites can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
Variation: Add a slice of prosciutto inside for a savory twist.
Tip 2: These bites can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
Variation: Add a slice of prosciutto inside for a savory twist.