Description
This Caprese Flatbread with Balsamic Glaze is a quick and delicious Italian-inspired appetizer or light meal. Crisp flatbread topped with fresh cherry tomatoes, melted mozzarella, fragrant basil leaves, and a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze creates a perfect combination of flavors that’s easy to prepare and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
Flatbread Base
- 1 flatbread
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Toppings
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves (to taste)
Seasoning and Finishing
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to melt the cheese and crisp the flatbread evenly.
- Prepare Flatbread: Brush the flatbread lightly with olive oil on all sides to add flavor and help it crisp during baking. Place the flatbread on a baking sheet for easy handling.
- Add Toppings: Evenly arrange the halved cherry tomatoes and slices of fresh mozzarella on top of the flatbread, making sure to distribute them so each bite has a balance of flavors.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the toppings to enhance their natural flavors.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet with the flatbread in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the mozzarella is fully melted and bubbly, and the flatbread edges are slightly crisp.
- Add Fresh Basil: Remove the flatbread from the oven and immediately top it with fresh basil leaves, which will gently wilt from the residual heat and add a fresh, aromatic note.
- Drizzle Balsamic Glaze: Finally, drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over the flatbread to add a sweet and tangy finish that complements the other ingredients perfectly. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use a good quality flatbread for the best texture and flavor.
- If fresh mozzarella is too moist, pat it dry with paper towels to avoid sogginess.
- Homemade balsamic glaze can be prepared by reducing balsamic vinegar and a bit of sugar until syrupy.
- For a crispier flatbread, you can pre-bake the flatbread for 3-4 minutes before adding toppings.
- Customize the recipe by adding other toppings like olives or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: Caprese flatbread, balsamic glaze, Italian appetizer, flatbread recipe, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil
