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Fresh Patriotic Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze

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These Fresh Patriotic Caprese Skewers are a quick, easy, and festive appetizer featuring cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves drizzled with a homemade balsamic glaze. Perfect for summer parties and patriotic celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (about 300 grams)
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls (Bocconcini or Ciliegine), drained
  • 1 small bunch fresh basil leaves (about 20 leaves)
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar (120 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (15 ml), optional
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • About 20 wooden skewers or toothpicks, soaked in water for 20 minutes if grilling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the balsamic glaze: Pour ½ cup (120 ml) balsamic vinegar into a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) brown sugar or honey. Stir gently to combine. Simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half and syrupy. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  2. Rinse cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Drain mozzarella balls well and pat dry if needed.
  3. Assemble skewers: Thread one cherry tomato, a folded basil leaf, then a mozzarella ball onto each skewer. Repeat if desired for larger bites.
  4. Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle with olive oil if using. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Drizzle the balsamic glaze lightly over the skewers using a spoon or brush.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving. Bring to room temperature for best flavor.

Notes

Simmer balsamic vinegar on medium heat to avoid bitterness. Fold basil leaves for neat skewers. Assemble skewers ahead but glaze just before serving to keep basil fresh. Skewers can be briefly grilled for 1-2 minutes per side for a smoky flavor; soak wooden skewers before grilling to prevent burning. If glaze thickens too much, warm gently with a splash of water to loosen.

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Keywords: Caprese skewers, balsamic glaze, summer appetizer, patriotic recipe, easy party food, fresh mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, basil

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