Easy Patriotic Caprese Skewers Recipe with Balsamic Glaze for Perfect BBQ Snacks
These easy patriotic Caprese skewers with balsamic glaze are a fresh, colorful, and crowd-pleasing snack perfect for summer BBQs and parties. Featuring cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and blueberries, they bring a festive flair with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 15-18 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
- 1 pint (about 300g) cherry tomatoes, rinsed and dried
- 8 ounces (225g) fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini or ciliegine)
- 20 medium-sized fresh basil leaves, washed and patted dry
- 1 cup (150g) fresh blueberries
- ½ cup (120ml) balsamic glaze (premade or homemade)
- Extra virgin olive oil (optional, for drizzling)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 6-inch wooden or bamboo skewers
Instructions
- Rinse cherry tomatoes and blueberries, and pat dry gently. Drain mozzarella balls well and pat dry to remove excess moisture.
- Optional: In a bowl, toss cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls lightly with a pinch of salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Assemble the skewers by threading one blueberry first, then a basil leaf folded in half, followed by a mozzarella ball, another basil leaf, and finish with a cherry tomato on top. Repeat until all ingredients are used, making about 15-18 skewers.
- Arrange the skewers neatly on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the skewers just before serving.
- Optional: Sprinkle flaky sea salt or fresh cracked pepper for extra flavor.
Notes
Assemble skewers without glaze up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate. Add balsamic glaze just before serving to avoid sogginess. If glaze thickens in fridge, warm gently before use. For vegan option, substitute mozzarella with plant-based cheese and use honey-free balsamic glaze. Blueberries can be swapped with blackberries, grapes, or peaches for seasonal variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 2.5
- Sodium: 90
- Fat: 4.5
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Carbohydrates: 3.5
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 4
Keywords: Caprese skewers, patriotic appetizer, balsamic glaze, summer BBQ snacks, easy party food, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, blueberries