Caprese Skewers are one of those appetizers I keep coming back to—they’re simple, fresh, and always a hit. Made with just a few ingredients like cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and basil leaves, they come together quickly and look great on any platter. A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a touch of tangy sweetness that ties everything together.

I like that there’s no cooking involved, just easy prep and a few minutes of assembly. Whether you’re putting them together ahead of time or making them right before serving, they hold up well and taste just as good chilled or at room temperature.

This is one of those delicious little bites that works for everything from casual backyard hangouts to more dressed-up occasions—and I never have leftovers.

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Equipment You Will Need

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Serving board or platter

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Caprese Skewers Recipe

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Caprese Skewers are a simple, fresh appetizer made with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze. They’re easy to assemble, bursting with flavor, and perfect for any gathering or quick snack.

Total Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 12

Ingredients

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12 cherry tomatoes

1/2 cup mozzarella pearls

24 fresh basil leaves

1 tablespoon balsamic glaze

1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste

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Instructions

On a skewer place 2 small pearls of mozzarella.
Then add a basil leaf. You can fold it double if it’s too big.
Then add a cherry tomato.
Then add another basil leaf.
And add 2 small mozzarella pearls again.
Repeat until you run out of ingredients.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with black pepper to taste.

Author: Little Party Pixie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizers

Step-By-Step Process

Ingredients and process image for making Caprese Skewers - place 2 mozzarella pearls on a skewer — *Gather your ingredients. Place 2 mozzarella pearls on a skewer.*

Process image for making Caprese Skewers - adding basil leaf and cherry tomato — *Add basil leaf and cherry tomato*.

Process image for making Caprese Skewers - adding another basil leaf and 2 small mozzarella pearls — *Add another basil leaf and 2 small mozzarella pearls.*

Process image for making Caprese Skewers - Drizzled with balsamic glaze and seasoned with black pepper to taste — *Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with black pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy!*

Caprese Skewers are perfect for picnics, potlucks, BBQs, or holiday gatherings when you want something quick, light, and crowd-pleasing. They’re easy to make ahead and always disappear fast.

Alterations for Keto diet followers

For a keto-friendly version of these Caprese skewers, simply substitute the balsamic glaze with a light drizzle of balsamic vinegar or a homemade glaze made with a keto-friendly sweetener. This keeps the carb count low while still delivering the classic Caprese flavor, perfect for those following a low-carb lifestyle.

More Fresh Summer Appetizer recipes

If you’re into fresh, fuss-free recipes like this, browse through my other party food ideas for more simple and tasty inspiration. There’s plenty to mix and match for your next event.

Looking for more fresh and easy bites? Try the Antipasto Skewers and the Loaded Tater Tots Skewers—both are fun, fresh appetizers that come together quickly. Also check out this collection of summer appetizer recipes perfect for warm-weather gatherings.

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