Name: Mini Caprese Skewers- Easy Finger Foods for Party
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 40
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 (8–12 oz) container fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine size); 1 large bunch fresh basil leaves; 1 pint cherry tomatoes (about 40); 40 small skewers or toothpicks; Balsamic glaze for drizzling; Extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling; Flaky sea salt and fresh cracked pepper

Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella balls, and fragrant basil leaves threaded on mini skewers, drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil. The prettiest, freshest, no-cook party bite that tastes like summer in every bite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These Mini Caprese Skewers are pure party perfection: zero cooking, 10 minutes of assembly, and they instantly make your table look like it belongs on Pinterest. Each bite delivers the classic Italian trifecta of sweet tomato, creamy mozzarella, and peppery basil—finished with a sticky-sweet balsamic glaze that makes people moan. They’re naturally gluten-free, low-carb, vegetarian, and universally adored by kids and adults alike. Make them hours ahead, set them out, and watch them disappear faster than anything else—this is the effortless appetizer that makes you look like a total hosting rockstar!

Recipe Tips and Tricks

Use cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls the same size—looks perfect.
Fold basil leaves in half or quarters—they stay on the skewer better.
Drizzle right before serving—keeps everything crisp.
Toothpicks or 4–6 inch skewers work—shorter is easier for one bite.
Chill assembled skewers up to 4 hours—cover loosely.
Add a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt just before serving—flavor pop!
Offer extra balsamic glaze on the side—everyone wants more.

Yield: 40 Skewers

Mini Caprese Skewers- Easy Finger Foods for Party

Tomato-mozzarella-basil bites with balsamic glaze—elegant, fresh, no-cook perfection!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

1 (8–12 oz) container fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine size)
1 large bunch fresh basil leaves
1 pint cherry tomatoes (about 40)
40 small skewers or toothpicks
Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Extra-virgin olive oil for drizzling
Flaky sea salt and fresh cracked pepper

Instructions

Wash & dry: Rinse tomatoes and basil—pat completely dry.
Drain mozzarella: Let balls sit on paper towel—removes excess liquid.
Prep basil: Pick largest leaves, fold in half or quarters.
Start threading: Tomato first (it’s the sturdiest base).
Add basil: Folded leaf next—pretty green layer.
Mozzarella crown: Finish with cheese ball—looks like a tiny caprese salad!
Arrange artfully: Stand upright on platter or lay flat in rows.
Season lightly: Tiny pinch of flaky salt and pepper over the top.
Final flourish: Drizzle with olive oil and generous balsamic glaze zig-zag.
Serve immediately: Watch guests grab them by the handful!

Notes

Same-size tomato and mozzarella = Instagram-worthy perfection.
Make up to 6 hours ahead—just hold the drizzle until serving.
Leftover ingredients? Toss into pasta or salad tomorrow.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 3Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 1mgSodium 5mgCarbohydrates 0gFiber 0gSugar 0gProtein 0g

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