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Fresh Caprese Skewers Recipe Easy Perfect Appetizer with Balsamic Drizzle

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Fresh caprese skewers with sweet balsamic drizzle are a quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and a luscious balsamic glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pint (approximately 250 grams) cherry tomatoes, ripe and firm
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
  • Around 20 medium fresh basil leaves, washed and patted dry
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) balsamic vinegar, good quality
  • 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 20 wooden skewers, about 6 inches long, soaked in water for 15 minutes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Balsamic Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine 1/3 cup (80 ml) balsamic vinegar and 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until the mixture starts to simmer. Let it simmer gently for about 8-10 minutes, or until it reduces by half and thickens to a syrupy consistency. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Prep the Ingredients: Rinse the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves, pat them dry carefully to avoid sogginess. Drain the mozzarella balls well, laying them on paper towels to soak up excess moisture.
  3. Assemble the Skewers: Take a wooden skewer and thread one cherry tomato first, then a basil leaf (folded if large), followed by a mozzarella ball, and finish with another cherry tomato. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  4. Season: Lightly sprinkle the assembled skewers with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze: Just before serving, spoon or drizzle the balsamic glaze generously over the skewers. Add a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil if desired.
  6. Optional Serving Tip: Chill the skewers for 10-15 minutes if you prefer them cold, or serve at room temperature.

Notes

Use ripe but firm cherry tomatoes to avoid soggy skewers. Dry basil leaves well to preserve flavor. Simmer balsamic glaze low and slow to avoid burning. Assemble skewers shortly before serving for best freshness. Optional grilling for 1-2 minutes per side adds smoky flavor.

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