Fresh Caprese Skewers Recipe Easy Homemade Appetizer with Sweet Balsamic Glaze
Fresh Caprese skewers with sweet balsamic glaze are a delightful, fuss-free appetizer combining cherry tomatoes, bocconcini mozzarella, and basil for a fresh, tangy, and savory flavor perfect for parties or quick snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 cherry tomatoes, ripe and firm
- 20 bocconcini mozzarella balls, drained
- 20 fresh basil leaves, washed and dried
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch of flaky sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar (optional, for glaze sweetness)
- 20 wooden or bamboo skewers, about 6 inches long
Instructions
- Prepare the balsamic glaze: Pour ½ cup balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar if desired. Heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally until reduced by half and syrupy, about 10-15 minutes. Avoid burning.
- Drain the bocconcini mozzarella balls well on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Wash and dry the basil leaves and cherry tomatoes thoroughly.
- Assemble the skewers by threading one cherry tomato, followed by a basil leaf (folded if large), then a mozzarella ball onto each skewer. Repeat for all skewers.
- Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the skewers evenly using a spoon or silicone brush. The glaze should coat but not drown the ingredients.
- Let the skewers sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. If preparing ahead, add glaze just before serving.
Notes
If glaze thickens too much when cooled, gently warm it to make pourable again. Fold basil leaves for better fit and visual appeal. Toast skewers briefly to prevent splinters. Assemble skewers close to serving time to keep basil fresh. For vegan option, substitute mozzarella with marinated tofu or vegan cheese and honey with maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 6070
- Sugar: 23
- Sodium: 100150
- Fat: 45
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 0.51
- Protein: 45
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