Fresh Caprese Skewers Recipe Easy Perfect Appetizer with Balsamic Glaze
Fresh Caprese skewers with balsamic glaze combine juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil for a quick, easy, and impressive appetizer perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 20 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 cherry tomatoes, firm and ripe
- 20 fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
- 20 fresh basil leaves, washed and patted dry
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- About 10-inch wooden or bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 30 minutes
Instructions
- Pour ½ cup (120 ml) balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon (15 ml) honey or brown sugar.
- Heat over medium, stirring occasionally until it comes to a gentle boil.
- Lower heat and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring every few minutes until reduced by half and syrupy. Remove from heat and cool.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes if using.
- Thread one cherry tomato, one basil leaf (folded if large), and one mozzarella ball onto each skewer. Repeat if skewers are long enough or keep single sets.
- Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Drizzle cooled balsamic glaze over skewers just before serving.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours, bringing to room temperature before serving.
Notes
Keep basil leaves dry and add just before serving to prevent wilting. Drain mozzarella well to avoid excess moisture. Simmer balsamic glaze patiently to avoid burning. Soak wooden skewers before grilling to prevent burning. Assemble skewers a few hours ahead but add glaze just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 3.5
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 5
Keywords: Caprese skewers, appetizer, balsamic glaze, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, easy recipe, party food, gluten-free