Caprese Skewers Recipe
Caprese Skewers are a fresh and elegant appetizer featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella balls, and fragrant basil leaves, all drizzled with tangy balsamic glaze. Perfect for parties or light snacks, these no-cook skewers are quick to assemble and bursting with classic Italian flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 skewers
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 12 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- Fresh basil leaves (about 12 leaves)
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 small skewers or toothpicks
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Rinse the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves under cold water and pat them dry. Drain the mozzarella balls if they are packed in water.
- Assemble the Skewers: Take a skewer or toothpick and thread one cherry tomato onto it, followed by a fresh basil leaf, and then a mozzarella ball. Continue this pattern, filling the skewer but leaving some space at the ends for easy handling. Repeat for all skewers.
- Arrange on Platter: Place all the assembled skewers neatly on a serving platter, spacing them out attractively for easy grabbing.
- Season and Drizzle: Just before serving, drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over the skewers. Lightly sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Use high-quality fresh mozzarella and ripe cherry tomatoes for the best flavor.
- You can substitute balsamic glaze with a balsamic reduction if unavailable.
- These can be prepared a few hours ahead but drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving to avoid sogginess.
- For a twist, add a small basil pesto dollop on the mozzarella before skewering.
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