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Irresistible Caprese Skewers Recipe with Perfect Balsamic Glaze

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Fresh, flavorful Caprese skewers with juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil leaves topped with a luscious homemade balsamic glaze. Perfect for entertaining or as a quick snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar and 2 tablespoons of honey. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Wash and dry the cherry tomatoes. If your mozzarella balls are large, slice them into bite-sized pieces. Rinse the basil leaves and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  3. Take your wooden or metal skewer and start threading the ingredients. Begin with a cherry tomato, followed by a basil leaf, and then a mozzarella ball. Repeat this pattern until the skewer is full, leaving a small space at the top for handling. Aim for 3-4 sets of tomato, basil, and mozzarella per skewer.
  4. Lightly brush or drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the skewers for added richness.
  5. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper over the skewers.
  6. Once the balsamic glaze has cooled, drizzle it generously over the skewers. You can use a spoon or transfer the glaze to a squeeze bottle for more control.
  7. Arrange the skewers on a large serving platter and enjoy immediately—or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

[‘Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.’, ‘Be patient while simmering the balsamic glaze to achieve the perfect consistency.’, ‘Fold basil leaves gently before threading onto skewers to avoid tearing.’, ‘Refrigerate skewers for an hour or two before serving to let the flavors meld together.’, ‘Experiment with add-ons like avocado slices, prosciutto, or crushed red pepper flakes.’]

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Keywords: Caprese, Skewers, Balsamic Glaze, Appetizer, Italian, Summer, Healthy, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

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