Fresh Caprese Skewers Recipe Easy Homemade Summer Snack with Balsamic Glaze
A light, fresh, and elegant summer snack featuring cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil on skewers, drizzled with a homemade balsamic glaze. Perfect for quick gatherings and easy to prepare in about 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 skewers 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 cherry tomatoes, halved or whole if small
- 20 small fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
- 20 fresh basil leaves, whole
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Wooden skewers or toothpicks
Instructions
- Prepare the balsamic glaze: Pour 1/2 cup (120 ml) balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar if desired. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until thick and syrupy. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Wash and prep produce: Rinse cherry tomatoes and pat dry. Halve larger tomatoes if needed. Rinse basil leaves and dry thoroughly.
- Drain mozzarella balls and pat dry with paper towels to avoid sogginess.
- Assemble skewers: Thread one cherry tomato, one basil leaf (folded if large), and one mozzarella ball onto each wooden skewer or toothpick. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Season skewers lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil.
- Generously spoon or drizzle the cooled balsamic glaze over the skewers.
- Serve immediately or chill up to 2 hours before serving. If chilling, add balsamic glaze just before serving.
Notes
Do not rush the balsamic glaze to avoid burning. Fold basil leaves to fit neatly on skewers. Add balsamic glaze just before serving if chilling skewers. Can substitute mozzarella with dairy-free cheese for vegan option. Use fresh, ripe cherry tomatoes for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 3
Keywords: Caprese skewers, summer snack, balsamic glaze, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, easy appetizer, gluten-free, vegetarian