Christmas Appetizers

Festive Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

These Festive Caprese Skewers are a light and colorful appetizer that comes together quickly. Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil leaves are threaded onto skewers and drizzled with a sweet balsamic glaze for a holiday-ready starter.

Festive Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

Difficulty: Easy
Makes: 12 skewers
Total Time: 20 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

  • 24 cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 24 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
  • 24 fresh basil leaves
  • 12 wooden skewers (6-inch)
  • 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

RECIPE DIRECTIONS:

  1. On each skewer, thread one tomato, one mozzarella ball, and one basil leaf. Repeat so each skewer has two of each item.
  2. Arrange skewers on a serving platter.
  3. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the skewers.
  4. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.