Pesto Caprese Puff Pastry Pizza
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of our Pesto Caprese Puff Pastry Pizza, a delightful dish that combines flaky pastry with fresh basil pesto, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella cheese. Perfect as a weeknight meal or an impressive summer appetizer, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your family and friends alike. With its gourmet appeal and versatile serving options, you can enjoy it in various ways—whether as a main course or cut into bite-sized pieces for sharing at gatherings. Get ready to experience a burst of flavor in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- 1 to 2 beefsteak tomatoes (thinly sliced)
- Kosher salt and pepper
- ⅓ cup pesto (plus more for drizzling)
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella (pulled apart into pieces)
- 1 egg + 1 teaspoon water (beaten together for egg wash)
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- Fresh basil (for topping)
- Parmesan cheese (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Place the puff pastry on parchment paper on a baking sheet and poke holes all over with a fork.
- Slice tomatoes thinly, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for about 5 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Pat dry.
- Spread pesto evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border. Layer sliced tomatoes on top followed by mozzarella pieces.
- Brush edges of the pastry with the egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and crisp.
- Drizzle with additional pesto and balsamic glaze, top with fresh basil and parmesan cheese before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg