Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsWoodfire RockfordCaprese Sliders Recipe

Caprese Sliders Recipe

Inspired by Woodfire Rockford
Time30m
Serves12

Sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella, pesto, olive oil, balsamic glaze

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Ingredients

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Buns

Condiments

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Slider Buns

    Slice the slider buns in half horizontally and place them on a serving platter.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Filling

    Layer each bottom half of the slider bun with a slice of fresh mozzarella cheese, followed by a slice of tomato.

  3. 3

    Add Fresh Basil

    Place two fresh basil leaves on top of each tomato slice.

Assembly

  1. 4

    Spread Pesto

    Spread 1/2 tablespoon of pesto sauce on the inside of each top half of the slider bun.

  2. 5

    Drizzle Olive Oil

    Drizzle approximately 1/2 teaspoon of olive oil over the basil leaves on each slider.

  3. 6

    Season

    Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste over the basil leaves.

  4. 7

    Top the Sliders

    Place the top half of the slider bun onto each assembled slider.

Finishing Touches

  1. 8

    Drizzle Balsamic Glaze

    Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of balsamic glaze over the top of each slider for added flavor.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Serve the Caprese sliders immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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