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Easy Fresh Caprese Skewers Recipe with Balsamic Glaze to Impress

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These easy fresh Caprese skewers combine juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, all drizzled with a homemade balsamic glaze. Perfect as a light appetizer or snack, they are quick to prepare and bursting with fresh summer flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 20 small ripe cherry tomatoes
  • 20 mini fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
  • 20 medium-sized fresh basil leaves
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (optional)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 20 wooden skewers (6-inch size)

Instructions

  1. Pour 1 cup of balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon of honey or brown sugar. Heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally until the mixture begins to simmer.
  2. Reduce heat to low and let it gently simmer until the liquid thickens to a syrupy consistency, about 10–15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
  3. Rinse cherry tomatoes and basil leaves, pat dry gently. Drain mozzarella balls thoroughly.
  4. On each wooden skewer, thread one cherry tomato, followed by one basil leaf (folded if large), then one mozzarella ball.
  5. Arrange skewers on a serving platter and season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  6. Drizzle the cooled balsamic glaze generously over the skewers just before serving. Optionally, drizzle extra virgin olive oil for a silky finish.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes before threading if planning to grill to prevent burning. Assemble skewers close to serving time to keep basil fresh. Store glaze separately if prepping ahead. For dairy-free option, substitute mozzarella with firm tofu or vegan cheese balls.

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