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Caprese Skewers

Caprese Skewers

Fresh Caprese Skewers made with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, finished with olive oil and balsamic glaze. A light, elegant Super Bowl party appetizer that tastes like summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 24 skewers
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 24 cherry tomatoes
  • 24 fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
  • 24 fresh basil leaves
  • 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • flaky sea salt, to taste
  • freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 24 small wooden skewers or cocktail picks
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • serving platter
  • cocktail skewers

Method
 

  1. Drain the mozzarella balls and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Wash and thoroughly dry the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves.
  3. Assemble skewers by threading a folded basil leaf, one mozzarella ball, and one cherry tomato.
  4. Arrange the assembled skewers neatly on a serving platter.
  5. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic glaze, and garlic if using. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. Drizzle the dressing generously over the skewers just before serving.
  7. Finish with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  8. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours, allowing skewers to come to room temperature before serving.

Notes

Use room-temperature ingredients for best flavor. Assemble up to 4 hours ahead, but drizzle with oil and balsamic just before serving. These are best enjoyed slightly cool or at room temperature.