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pesto mozzarella and tomato filled wonton cups

Fresh Caprese Cups

Michele Pesula Kuegler
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Servings 121

Ingredients
  

  • 12 wonton wrappers
  • 1 cup basil leaves
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 cup walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1-1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt & pepper
  • 12 small slices fresh mozzarella
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Combine basil, garlic, walnuts, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in a food processor.
  • Process on high, scraping sides as needed, until you have a slightly chunky paste.
  • Season with a sprinkle of salt and pepper and mix; set aside.
  • Spray muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Press one wrap in each cup. (Be sure to push them against the bottom and sides of each wrapper to form cups.)
  • Lightly spray wontons with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Bake for 3 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, and fill each cup with 1 teaspoon pesto and a slice of mozzarella.
  • Bake for 5 more minutes.
  • Remove from oven, and top with diced tomatoes.
  • Serve at once.

Notes

Although these are meant to be handheld, they are very drippy, so be sure to serve with a plate.
Keyword caprese