Pesto Caprese Puff Pastry Pizza
A golden, flaky puff pastry topped with pesto, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil for a fresh Italian-inspired pizza that’s quick, easy, and absolutely stunning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Puff Pastry Sheet: 1 (about 10×12 inches), thawed
- Pesto Sauce: 1/3 cup
- Fresh Mozzarella Cheese: 8 oz, sliced
- Cherry Tomatoes: 1 1/2 cups, halved
- Fresh Basil Leaves: 1/4 cup
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Egg: 1, beaten
- Salt and Black Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine Ingredients: Slice mozzarella and tomatoes. Beat the egg in a small bowl for the wash.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Unroll puff pastry on the baking sheet. Lightly prick the center with a fork, leaving a 1-inch border. Brush edges with egg wash.
- Assemble the Dish: Spread pesto evenly over the pricked area. Layer mozzarella slices, then scatter cherry tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook to Perfection: Bake for 20–25 minutes, until pastry is puffed and golden, and cheese is melted.
- Finishing Touches: Remove from oven. Drizzle with olive oil and top with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve and Enjoy: Cut into squares or slices. Serve warm.
Notes
- Dock pastry with a fork to prevent over-puffing in the center.
- Pat mozzarella dry before layering to avoid sogginess.
- Add balsamic glaze for extra depth of flavor.
- Best reheated in the oven for crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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