Whipped Garlic Feta Caprese Pita (Printable Version)
Whipped garlic feta on warm pita with mozzarella, tomatoes and basil — a zesty Mediterranean meal in 30 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Whipped Garlic Feta
01 - 7 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
02 - 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
06 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Pita Pizzas
07 - 4 round pita breads
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, for brushing
09 - 9 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
10 - 2 large ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
11 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
12 - 1 handful fresh basil leaves
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
14 - Balsamic glaze, for drizzling (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Set oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine feta, cream cheese, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and black pepper in a food processor. Blend until completely smooth, scraping sides as needed.
03 - Arrange pita breads in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and lightly brush each side with olive oil.
04 - Evenly spread 2 to 3 tablespoons of whipped garlic feta onto each pita round.
05 - Layer mozzarella slices and tomato rounds over the feta. Add red onion slices if desired. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
06 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until cheese has melted and pita edges are crisp and golden.
07 - Remove from oven. Allow to cool slightly, then top with fresh basil leaves and a drizzle of balsamic glaze if using.
08 - Slice each pita and serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- That whipped feta? It turns pita into something you’ll crave in unlikely moments.
- Mozzarella and tomato get upgraded with garlic and brightness, making every bite lively but comforting.
02 -
- I once over-blended the feta until it split—pulse gently and stop as soon as it’s creamy for best texture.
- Letting the pizza cool slightly before topping with basil keeps the leaves bright and fresh instead of wilty.
03 -
- Warm your pitas just a bit before assembling for even crispier results.
- Lining the baking sheet with parchment ensures cleanup is a breeze and nothing sticks.