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Easy Caprese skewers

Published November 9, 2021 | Updated November 19, 2022 | By Mandy & Jane

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Light and easy to make, this incredibly simple to make appetizer is just bursting with flavor! We first tasted a traditional Caprese salad on the Amalfi coast, it tasted so delicious that when we returned home, we knew that we wanted more! Our Caprese skewers give all the flavor of the salad but in handheld bites size portions – they always go down a storm!

Holiding up a Caprese skewer made from tomato, mozzarella cheese and basil leaves.

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Why you’ll love this easy appetizer

  • They are the perfect appetizer for a dinner party, stylish addition to a buffet, a lunch box treat, or a summer picnic.
  • They are unashamedly simple to make!
  • They are colorful, healthy, and delicious!
  • They are 100% vegetarian.

Full of color and flavor, our Caprese skewers are the perfect appetizer for a party, and they always look like you’ve made so much more effort than you actually have.

Ingedients for how to make Caprese skewers, skewers, fresh basil leaves, balsamic glaze, cherry tomatoes and mozzarella pearls.

What will I need to make them?

You’ll need just 4 ingredients and skewers to make this delicious Caprese skewers appetizer.

  • Tomatoes – we’ve used cherry tomatoes as they were readily available, but you could also use mini-San Marzano mini tomatoes, they would be delicious, piccobella or baby plum tomatoes.
  • Mozzarella – we used mozzarella pearls, they are a perfect size, but you could also use mini mozzarella balls or mozzarella that has ‘ciliegine’ written on the packet.
  • Basil leaves – we bought a living basil plant and picked off the larger leaves and folded them in half, but you could also use a packet of fresh basil, if the leaves are small don’t fold them and you may want to add two instead of one.
  • Balsamic glaze – you can make homemade balsamic glaze which is delicious, but you could also use store-bought balsamic glaze, try to buy a good quality glaze.
  • Skewers – we used 11cm or 4″ wooden skewers to make our Caprese skewers. Skewers do come in many sizes, just remember what you are threading onto it, toothpick size won’t work as it’s too short, and you don’t want a barbecue skewer because they are too long.
Close up of a line of freshly made Caprese skewers with a balsamic glaze and freshly ground black pepper.

Do I have to make my own balsamic glaze?

No, you don’t.

While homemade balsamic glaze tastes so much better than store-bought, not everyone has the time, or inclination, to make their own.

You can find good quality balsamic glaze in most grocery stores, so cut yourself some slack and buy a bottle!

Can you make Caprese skewers ahead of time?

Yes, you can make tomato mozzarella Caprese skewers up to 4 hours ahead of time.

Keep them in the fridge and drizzle the balsamic glaze on them just before you are about to serve them.

Overhead shot of Caprese skewers, freshly made and ready to eat.

Recipe notes and tips

  • Can’t find mini mozzarella balls or pearls?
    You could cut a large mozzarella ball into chunks; it won’t look as good but it’ll still taste delicious!

How to make easy caprese skewers with step-by-step instructions

Making our Caprese skewers is so easy if you follow our simple instructions.

A full printable recipe and the measurements in both US customary and metric are available in the recipe card below.

Take one cherry tomato and thread it on your skewer and push it right to the end.

Next, take one basil leaf, if it’s a big leaf, fold it in half, and thread it on your skewer, pushing it up to fit snugly next to the cherry tomato.

Now, take one mozzarella mini ball and thread it onto your skewer and push it up so it sits snugly next to your basil leaf, then add another basil leaf.

An overhead shot of Caprese skewers appetizer being made.

Repeat the sequence, cherry tomato, basil leaf, and mozzarella ball one more time.

Place the completed Caprese skewers on a serving plate and drizzle balsamic glaze over them.

Season with black pepper.

Serve to your guests and enjoy!

Caprese skewers on a serving tray, homemade and ready to eat.

We hope that you enjoy making, and eating, our easy Caprese skewers and would love to hear how you got on with them.

Please leave a comment below or feel free to ask any questions that you may have.

More easy vegetarian recipes for you to try

  • Caprese pasta salad – if you’re looking for something a little more filling, then our pasta salad is a great addition to your holiday table!
  • Chipotle aioli – much better than store-bought, this spicy, garlicky dip can be rustled up in just 5 minutes!
  • Sriracha with mayo – Creamy sriracha mayo dipping sauce is perfect for spreading on tacos, dipping veg and tortillas in and is SO easy!
  • Tzatziki – refreshing cucumber, mint, and Greek yogurt dip is so tasty and easy to make, your guests will love it!

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Caprese skewers appetizer on a serving plate.
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EASY CAPRESE SKEWERS

Full of color and flavor, our Caprese skewers are the perfect appetizer for a party. Light and easy to make, this incredibly simple to make appetizer is just bursting with flavor! Our Caprese skewers give all the flavor of the salad but in handheld bites size portions – they always go down a storm! Perfect for a lunch box treat, a summer picnic or a dinner party appetizer.
Prep Time10 mins
Total Time10 mins
Servings8
Calories45
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Author: Mandy Applegate | Splash of Taste
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Skewers

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Cherry tomatoes
  • 18 Basil leaves
  • 1 cup Mozzarella pearls
  • 1 tbsp Balsamic glaze
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Take one cherry tomato and thread it on your skewer and push it right to the end. Next, take one basil leaf, if it's a big leaf, fold it in half, and thread it on your skewer, pushing it up to fit snugly next to the cherry tomato. Now, take one mozzarella mini ball and thread it onto your skewer and push it up so it sits snugly next to your basil leaf, then add another basil leaf
    8 oz Cherry tomatoes, 18 Basil leaves, 1 cup Mozzarella pearls
  • Repeat the sequence, cherry tomato, basil leaf, and mozzarella ball one more time. Place the completed Caprese skewers on a serving plate and drizzle balsamic glaze over them. Season with black pepper. Serve to your guests and enjoy!
    1 tbsp Balsamic glaze, Freshly ground black pepper

Notes

  • Can’t find mini mozzarella balls or pearls?
    You could cut a large mozzarella ball into chunks; it won’t look as good but it’ll still taste delicious

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 56mg | Iron: 1mg

Disclaimer

Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.

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  1. Dannii says

    November 13, 2021 at 8:30 am

    5 stars
    These look so fun! Perfect for a holiday party.

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  2. Claudia Lamascolo says

    November 13, 2021 at 11:53 am

    5 stars
    The flavors are just fantastic in this recipe and I will make it again very good!

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  3. Gina says

    November 13, 2021 at 2:18 pm

    5 stars
    Can never go wrong with a good caprese combination! These are perfect for the upcoming holiday parties!

    Reply
  4. Andrea says

    November 13, 2021 at 4:19 pm

    5 stars
    These skewers are easy to make and full of flavor! Perfect for my appetizer table.

    Reply
  5. Michelle says

    November 13, 2021 at 6:43 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect fresh and simple appetizer! Love the glaze

    Reply
  6. Artney says

    November 13, 2021 at 7:46 pm

    5 stars
    These skewers are perfect for holiday entertaining! I will be adding them to my menu. So good!

    Reply
  7. Jan says

    November 15, 2021 at 11:20 am

    5 stars
    Love it, so easy to make & taste delicious.

    Reply
  8. Barbara Schunneman says

    December 7, 2021 at 4:51 pm

    How do I make a balsamic glaze?

    Reply
    • Mandy from Splash of Taste says

      December 8, 2021 at 6:40 am

      You can buy balsamic glaze at most stores. We’re working on a recipe for it but it’s not quite there yet!

  9. Jan says

    January 17, 2022 at 9:36 am

    5 stars
    These beauties were very easy to make & made a refreshing starter.

    Reply

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