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Tomato Basil Caprese Bites
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8 INGREDIENTS • 7 STEPS • 45MINS

Tomato Basil Caprese Bites

This recipe is perfect for parties and fun + healthy snacking. Plus you can make this Caprese appetizer with a few wholesome ingredients that you will feel good about.
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This recipe is perfect for parties and fun + healthy snacking. Plus you can make this Caprese appetizer with a few wholesome ingredients that you will feel good about.
45MINS
Total Time
$0.99
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
12
US / Metric
Cottage Cheese
1 cup
Mozzarella Cheese
1/3 cup
Cream Cheese
2 Tbsp
Philadelphia Original Soft Cheese, softened
Sea Salt
1/8 tsp
Fresh Basil
1/4 cup
Fresh Basil, finely chopped
Cherry Tomato
72
Cherry Tomatoes
Balsamic Vinegar
1 cup
Balsamic Vinegar
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
81
Fat
2.3 g
Protein
4.7 g
Carbs
9.4 g
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step 1
In a medium sized bowl, stir together the Cottage Cheese (1 cup), Mozzarella Cheese (1/3 cup), Philadelphia Original Soft Cheese (2 Tbsp), Ground Black Pepper (1/4 tsp), and Sea Salt (1/8 tsp).
step 1 In a medium sized bowl, stir together the Cottage Cheese (1 cup), Mozzarella Cheese (1/3 cup), Philadelphia Original Soft Cheese (2 Tbsp), Ground Black Pepper (1/4 tsp), and Sea Salt (1/8 tsp).
step 2
Fold in Fresh Basil (2 Tbsp) until well combined. Let the mixture rest while preparing the tomatoes.
step 2 Fold in Fresh Basil (2 Tbsp) until well combined. Let the mixture rest while preparing the tomatoes.
step 3
Slice a VERY thin piece off the bottom of each Cherry Tomatoes (72) so it will sit flat. Slice a thin layer off of the top of each tomato.
step 4
Using a tomato scoop or small spoon, carefully scoop out the tomato pulp and seeds. Discard.
step 4 Using a tomato scoop or small spoon, carefully scoop out the tomato pulp and seeds. Discard.
step 5
Spoon the cheese filling evenly into each prepared tomato.
step 5 Spoon the cheese filling evenly into each prepared tomato.
step 6
In a large stainless steel skillet, heat the Balsamic Vinegar (1 cup) to a boil. Reduce heat to low and stir frequently. Simmer until the mixture has thickened to desired consistency, stirring constantly. DO NOT let it burn.
step 7
Serve the filled tomatoes on a platter drizzled with the balsamic reduction. Sprinkle the top with Fresh Basil (2 Tbsp). Enjoy!
step 7 Serve the filled tomatoes on a platter drizzled with the balsamic reduction. Sprinkle the top with Fresh Basil (2 Tbsp). Enjoy!
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Appetizers
Gluten-Free
Keto
Snack
Low-Carb
Healthy
Shellfish-Free
Kid-Friendly
Vegetarian
Quick & Easy
Italian
Spring
Side Dish
Summer
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