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Fresh Caprese Skewers with Homemade Balsamic Drizzle

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A quick and easy appetizer featuring cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil leaves threaded on skewers, topped with a sweet and tangy homemade balsamic reduction drizzle.

Ingredients

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  • 20 cherry tomatoes, washed and dried
  • 20 fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained
  • 20 fresh basil leaves, whole
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar (optional)
  • Pinch of flaky sea salt
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • About 20 wooden skewers, soaked in water for 10 minutes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the balsamic reduction: Pour ½ cup balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan and add 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar. Heat over medium-low, stirring occasionally. Let simmer until reduced by half and syrupy, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. While the balsamic reduces, wash and dry cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Drain mozzarella balls well.
  3. Assemble the skewers by threading a cherry tomato, folding a basil leaf in half and threading it on, then adding a mozzarella ball. Repeat until all ingredients are used. Optionally, toss mozzarella and basil in olive oil and a pinch of salt before assembling.
  4. Arrange skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle the cooled balsamic reduction over the top. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Optionally drizzle extra virgin olive oil.
  5. Serve immediately for best freshness. If prepping ahead, assemble skewers without balsamic drizzle and refrigerate covered. Add reduction just before serving.

Notes

If balsamic reduction is too thick after cooling, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water to loosen. Keep heat low to avoid burning the balsamic. For dairy-free option, substitute mozzarella with vegan cheese. Wooden skewers should be soaked to prevent burning if grilling. Drizzle balsamic reduction just before serving to avoid soggy skewers.

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