Fresh Caprese Skewers Recipe with Easy Balsamic Glaze Drizzle Guide
Fresh Caprese skewers combine creamy mozzarella, ripe cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil on skewers, finished with a tangy, sweet homemade balsamic glaze. This quick and easy appetizer is perfect for gatherings and light snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Total Time: 20-25 minutes
- Yield: 16-20 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 16–20 fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 16–20 ripe cherry or grape tomatoes
- 16–20 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch of sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup (120 ml) balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 16–20 wooden or bamboo skewers (6-inch), soaked in water for 10 minutes
Instructions
- Prepare the balsamic glaze: Pour ½ cup balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar and stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Rinse cherry tomatoes and basil leaves gently under cold water; pat dry. Drain the mozzarella balls.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 10 minutes to prevent burning if grilling or broiling.
- Assemble the skewers by threading one cherry tomato, one fresh basil leaf (folded if large), and one mozzarella ball onto each skewer.
- Place skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, sprinkle lightly with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Once the balsamic glaze has cooled and thickened, drizzle it over the skewers just before serving.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one hour before serving. Add balsamic glaze right before serving.
Notes
Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes if grilling or broiling to prevent burning. Assemble skewers no more than an hour ahead to keep basil fresh. If glaze thickens too much, whisk with a teaspoon of warm water to loosen. Balsamic glaze can be made up to a week ahead and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One skewer
- Calories: 7080
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
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