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Pesto Caprese Puff Pastry Pizza

Pesto Caprese Puff Pastry Pizza: Summer's Flaky Delight

Delight in a Pesto Caprese Puff Pastry Pizza, a quick and delicious vegetarian dish that embodies summer's freshest flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Thawed for easy handling
For the Toppings
  • 1-2 pieces Beefsteak Tomatoes Fresh and juicy; slice thinly
  • to taste Kosher Salt and Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto Homemade or store-bought
  • 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Torn into small pieces
  • 1 egg Egg Wash Made with 1 egg and 1 tsp water
  • to drizzle Balsamic Glaze For a sweet and tangy touch
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Aromatic garnish
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese For extra flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Fork
  • Small Bowl
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface to a 12x10 inch rectangle, poke surface with a fork.
  3. Slice 1 to 2 beefsteak tomatoes thinly, sprinkle with kosher salt and let stand for 5 minutes.
  4. Spread a generous layer of basil pesto across the puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch border.
  5. Layer tomato slices and small pieces of fresh mozzarella evenly over the pesto.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together one egg and one teaspoon of water for the egg wash, brush it on the pastry edges.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Allow to rest for a few minutes, then drizzle with fresh pesto and balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  9. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Select fresh ingredients and allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing for better presentation.

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