Caprese Sliders
These Caprese sliders feature fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil drizzled with balsamic glaze on soft slider buns, making for a perfect bite-sized snack.
Ingredients
Slider Ingredients
- 12 pieces Slider buns Soft slider buns
- 12 slices Fresh mozzarella Best when made with high-moisture mozzarella
- 12 slices Tomatoes Use firm, ripe tomatoes or grape tomatoes halved
- 12 leaves Fresh basil Bright green, unblemished leaves
- to taste Balsamic glaze Look for one with real balsamic reduction
- to taste Salt Use flaky sea salt or kosher salt for texture
- to taste Pepper Use freshly cracked black pepper for flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice each slider bun in half horizontally.
- Place a slice of fresh mozzarella on each bun bottom.
- Top the mozzarella with a single tomato slice on each slider.
- Lightly sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper over each tomato slice.
- Tuck one or two small basil leaves over the tomato on each slider.
- Finish each slider with a light drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Close the slider with the top half of the bun and serve immediately.
Notes
These sliders are best eaten fresh. If preparing ahead, assemble up to the basil and glaze step, then add them just before serving to prevent sogginess.