Fresh Caprese Skewers Recipe Easy Homemade Balsamic Glaze Drizzle
A simple and elegant appetizer featuring fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves threaded on skewers, finished with a tangy homemade balsamic glaze drizzle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 cherry tomatoes
- 20 fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 20 fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
- Extra virgin olive oil (optional, for drizzling)
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- About 20 wooden or bamboo skewers (4-inch size)
Instructions
- Prepare the balsamic glaze: Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan. Add 2 tablespoons (25 g) of brown sugar or honey. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and coats the back of a spoon, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Rinse 20 cherry tomatoes and pat dry. Drain 20 fresh mozzarella balls and pat dry. Tear large basil leaves if needed.
- Assemble the skewers by threading one cherry tomato, followed by a basil leaf, then a mozzarella ball onto each skewer. Repeat until all ingredients are used. Lay skewers on a serving platter.
- Lightly sprinkle salt and freshly ground black pepper over the skewers. Drizzle the balsamic glaze evenly over the skewers. Optionally, drizzle extra virgin olive oil on top.
- Let the skewers sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Dry mozzarella and tomatoes thoroughly before assembling to avoid soggy skewers. Reduce balsamic vinegar slowly over low heat to prevent burning. Assemble skewers in the order: tomato, basil, mozzarella for best flavor balance. Keep glaze and skewers separate if preparing ahead to avoid sogginess. Warm glaze gently with water if too thick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 3
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 0.3
- Protein: 3
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