Caprese Appetizers
Caprese Appetizers are the easiest appetizer to make for parties. A fresh and delicious bite that is always a big hit for any holiday celebration or family gathering.
Easy caprese salad skewers can be made in about 5 minutes with just a few ingredients and quick appetizers that don’t require any cooking are the best for summer cookouts and barbecues. An Italian classic that can be served at room temperature. You might also enjoy our Marinated Mozzarella Balls for a quick appetizer.
Caprese Appetizers ~ Quick Party Snack or a family gatherings, summer cookouts and holiday celebrations.
Fresh tomatoes with creamy mozzarella and fragrant basil is a wonderful flavor combination that makes for a healthy appetizer that everyone can enjoy.
Ingredients Needed:
- Cherry Tomatoes or Grape Tomatoes
- Mozzarella Pearls ~ Small Mozzarella Balls found with the dairy products at the grocery store
- Fresh Basil
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil ~ Use a good quality extra-virgin olive oil for this recipe.
- Balsamic Glaze ~ Found in the vinegar isle at any grocery store, homemade works too.
- Kosher Salt & Black Pepper
How to Make Caprese Appetizers:
- Alternate cherry tomatoes with mozzarella pearls and fresh basil leaves onto appetizer picks.
- Rolling each basil leaf is an easy way to fit them onto the skewers.
- Place on a serving platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
How to Make Balsamic Vinegar Glaze:
- equal parts balsamic vinegar & brown sugar
Add balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves when mixture begins to bubble cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside until ready to serve.
How to Make Ahead:
- Create the skewers and place in an airtight container up to 4 hours in advance and refrigerate.
- Place on a platter and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, salt and pepper before serving.
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If you are looking for a last minute, easy appetizer recipe with fresh ingredients, add this caprese appetizer recipe to your menu. They are the perfect size for any dinner party for an elegant appetizer.
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Caprese Appetizers
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
- 8 ounces Mozzarella pearls
- 1 bunch fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Thread tomatoes and mozzarella pearls with fresh basil leaves onto appetizer picks.
- Place on a serving platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
How to Make Balsamic Vinegar Glaze:
- Add 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar and 3 tablespoons brown sugar to a small saucepan and place over medium heat.
- Stir until sugar dissolves when mixture begins to bubble cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside until ready to serve.
Notes
How to Make Ahead:
- Create the skewers and place in an airtight container up to 4 hours in advance and refrigerate.
- Place on a platter and drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze, salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
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