Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients
For the Caprese Skewers
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, ripe
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, ciliegine or bocconcini, drained
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, small to medium size
- 12 wooden skewers, 6-inch appetizer size
For the Balsamic Glaze
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, optional, for sweetness
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and granulated sugar (if using). Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened to a syrupy consistency. It will thicken further as it cools. Remove from heat and set aside.
⏱️ 12 min
- 2
Prepare the skewer ingredients: Wash the cherry tomatoes and gently pat them dry. Drain the fresh mozzarella balls thoroughly. Pick fresh basil leaves, ensuring they are clean and dry.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Assemble the Caprese skewers: Carefully thread one cherry tomato onto a wooden skewer, followed by a basil leaf (folded in half if large), and then one fresh mozzarella ball. Repeat this pattern once or twice more, depending on the length of your skewers, ensuring you end with a cherry tomato. Continue until all skewers are assembled.
⏱️ 8 min
- 4
Serve: Arrange the assembled Caprese skewers attractively on a serving platter. Drizzle generously with the prepared balsamic glaze. Serve immediately as a delightful appetizer.
⏱️ 2 min
Kitchen Tools
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients
For the Caprese Skewers
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, ripe
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls, ciliegine or bocconcini, drained
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, small to medium size
- 12 wooden skewers, 6-inch appetizer size
For the Balsamic Glaze
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, optional, for sweetness
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar and granulated sugar (if using). Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the glaze has thickened to a syrupy consistency. It will thicken further as it cools. Remove from heat and set aside.
⏱️ 12 min - 2
Prepare the skewer ingredients: Wash the cherry tomatoes and gently pat them dry. Drain the fresh mozzarella balls thoroughly. Pick fresh basil leaves, ensuring they are clean and dry.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Assemble the Caprese skewers: Carefully thread one cherry tomato onto a wooden skewer, followed by a basil leaf (folded in half if large), and then one fresh mozzarella ball. Repeat this pattern once or twice more, depending on the length of your skewers, ensuring you end with a cherry tomato. Continue until all skewers are assembled.
⏱️ 8 min - 4
Serve: Arrange the assembled Caprese skewers attractively on a serving platter. Drizzle generously with the prepared balsamic glaze. Serve immediately as a delightful appetizer.
⏱️ 2 min