Festive Caprese Christmas Skewers
Celebrate the holiday season with these vibrant Festive Caprese Christmas Skewers! Bursting with the freshness of ripe cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, these colorful bites are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delight for your taste buds. Drizzled with balsamic glaze, they make a stunning appetizer that’s perfect for gatherings or potlucks. Easy to assemble and endlessly adaptable, these skewers will impress your guests and elevate your holiday celebrations!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (approximately 12-15)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (about 8 ounces)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (approximately 20 leaves)
- 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 8 wooden or bamboo skewers
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing cherry tomatoes and basil leaves under cool water. Pat dry gently with a kitchen towel.
- Assemble the skewers by threading one cherry tomato onto each skewer followed by a mozzarella ball and a basil leaf. Repeat until the skewer is filled.
- Arrange the assembled skewers on a platter and drizzle balsamic glaze generously over them.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping mozzarella for burrata. If desired, sprinkle chili flakes on top for a spicy kick. Keep individual ingredients separate until just before serving to maintain freshness.