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Fresh Caprese Skewers Recipe with Easy Homemade Balsamic Glaze for Parties

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A simple and elegant appetizer featuring fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil on skewers, drizzled with a quick and easy homemade balsamic glaze. Perfect for parties and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes (about 300 g)
  • 20 medium fresh basil leaves
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar (120 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (15 ml)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
  • About 20 wooden or bamboo skewers

Instructions

  1. Prepare the balsamic glaze: Pour ½ cup balsamic vinegar and 2 tablespoons honey into a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it comes to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8–10 minutes until thickened enough to coat the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon olive oil. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Rinse cherry tomatoes and basil leaves under cold water and pat dry. Drain the mozzarella balls.
  3. Assemble the skewers by threading one cherry tomato, one basil leaf (folded if large), and one mozzarella ball onto each skewer. Repeat until all ingredients are used. Arrange skewers on a platter lined with parchment paper or a wire rack.
  4. Lightly sprinkle salt and freshly cracked black pepper over the skewers. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil if desired.
  5. Drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over the skewers using a spoon or squeeze bottle.
  6. Serve fresh at room temperature. If chilled, allow skewers to sit out for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Assemble skewers just before serving to keep basil fresh. The balsamic glaze thickens as it cools, so remove from heat early. Store leftover glaze in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week and rewarm gently before use.

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Keywords: Caprese skewers, balsamic glaze, party appetizer, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil, easy recipe, quick snack

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