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Easy Mini Caprese Skewers Recipe with Balsamic Glaze Drizzle for Perfect Appetizers

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These Easy Mini Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze Drizzle are a quick, fresh, and elegant appetizer perfect for last-minute gatherings or casual snacking. Combining cherry tomatoes, mini mozzarella balls, fresh basil, and a tangy balsamic glaze, they deliver big flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pint (250 grams) cherry tomatoes, washed and dried
  • 8 ounces (225 grams) mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained well
  • About 20 fresh basil leaves, gently torn if large
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze, for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, to lightly brush the tomatoes
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • About 20 wooden toothpicks or mini skewers

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 pint (250 grams) of cherry tomatoes and pat dry. Remove any stems. Toss tomatoes gently in a bowl with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and a pinch of sea salt.
  2. Drain 8 ounces (225 grams) of mini mozzarella balls thoroughly on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  3. Select about 20 fresh basil leaves, tearing larger leaves in half if needed.
  4. Assemble skewers by threading one cherry tomato, followed by a basil leaf (folded if large), then a mozzarella ball onto each wooden toothpick or mini skewer. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
  5. Arrange the skewers neatly on a serving platter, spacing them for easy drizzling.
  6. Drizzle about 3 tablespoons of balsamic glaze evenly over the skewers using a spoon or squeeze bottle.
  7. Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper over the top for a subtle spice kick.

Notes

Assemble skewers without balsamic glaze if prepping ahead; drizzle glaze just before serving to prevent sogginess. Dip skewers in warm water before threading mozzarella to prevent sticking. Use ripe but firm cherry tomatoes for best texture. Fresh basil is key; revive limp leaves by dunking in ice water and drying. For a warm variation, briefly grill skewers 1-2 minutes per side before glazing.

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Keywords: Caprese skewers, mini caprese, appetizer, balsamic glaze, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, easy recipe, party food, vegetarian

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