Description
A simple and elegant appetizer featuring creamy burrata cheese drizzled with fragrant garlic-infused olive oil and topped with flavorful olives, capers, lemon zest, and toasted pine nuts. Perfectly paired with sliced French baguette, this easy burrata cheese appetizer is a delightful starter that can be customized with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces burrata cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/3 cup sliced, pitted Castelvetrano olives
- 2 tablespoons capers, drained
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Sliced French baguette for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Burrata: Gently pull the burrata apart and carefully place it on a serving platter to create a rustic, inviting presentation.
- Infuse Olive Oil: In a small saucepan, combine olive oil, grated garlic, and fresh thyme leaves. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes, allowing the garlic to release its fragrance without browning or simmering, ensuring a delicate infusion.
- Cool Olive Oil: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the garlic-infused olive oil cool for about 5 minutes, bringing it to room temperature for optimal flavor and safety.
- Assemble Toppings: Pour the cooled garlic olive oil evenly over the burrata cheese, then sprinkle the sliced Castelvetrano olives, drained capers, lemon zest, toasted pine nuts, and a generous pinch of kosher salt evenly across the cheese.
- Serve: Serve the burrata appetizer immediately alongside sliced French baguette. Encourage guests to spread the cheesy, flavorful mixture onto the bread and enjoy!
Notes
- Customize the toppings by omitting olives if you prefer, and increase the amount of capers for a saltier bite.
- If you’re not a fan of lemon zest, try swapping it out for sun-dried tomatoes to add a sweet and tangy element.
- Use the freshest burrata and other ingredients possible to ensure the richest flavor and the best texture.
- This appetizer works beautifully as a starting dish for any meal, especially during gatherings or special occasions.
