Roasted Tomato Burrata (Easy Holiday Appetizer!)
Warm roasted tomatoes over creamy burrata with a drizzle of balsamic — simple, cozy, and ridiculously crowd-pleasing. This is the kind of appetizer that looks fancy, takes almost no effort, and disappears fast at holiday parties!
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 1 ball burrata
- Fresh basil, torn
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast 12–15 minutes until soft and lightly blistered.
- Place burrata in a shallow bowl or serving dish.
- Spoon warm roasted tomatoes over the burrata.
- Add torn basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
- Serve immediately with bread or crackers. (This Dutch Oven No Knead Bread is our favorite!)
Tips & Variations
- Add whole garlic cloves to roast with the tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Mix in some heat with a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Spoon pesto onto the plate before adding burrata for a flavor boost.
- Rewarm tomatoes before serving if prepping ahead.
- Swap burrata for fresh mozzarella if you prefer, or mix those two delightful cheese together!
Want an easy and delicious dessert to make with this dinner? Try this viral Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding Copy Cat recipe – it’s creamy, no-bake and ALWAYS a hit!
