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These cute Caprese skewers with balsamic glaze make for a fun appetizer or finger food. Easy to make with a few simple ingredients, they are a fresh and tasty bite that your friends and family will love!

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Caprese skewers remind me of my first trip to Italy, where I fell in love with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. Every time I make these, the flavors remind me of the great time there and all the amazing food I had.

The thing that really makes these Caprese kabobs stand out from the crowd is the marinated mozzarella balls which add another level of herby flavor. They don’t need long to marinate, a few minutes will do it, but you can marinate them for up to 5 days before you need them and keep them covered in the fridge.

These crowd-pleasing skewers are one of my favorite appetizers to serve for different holidays and occasions – and my kids love them. It’s super fun to eat the tomato and mozzarella Caprese skewers and I love that they are made with fresh and tasty ingredients. A drizzle of sweet and tangy balsamic reduction makes them even more irresistible!

For more party finger food, be sure to check out my Antipasto Skewers and Smoked Salmon Cucumber Bites.

Why This Recipe Is a Must-Try

  • Simple & easy: These tomato mozzarella skewers are so simple to make and easy to serve, perfect as an appetizer or party hors d’oeuvres.
  • Wholesome: From fresh mozzarella to juicy tomatoes, this recipe is packed with flavorful and wholesome ingredients.
  • Perfect for any occasion: Elegant for special events like bridal or baby showers, but also easy enough for casual family gatherings, and a guaranteed hit with kids.
tomatoes mozzarella and basil on a skewer

Ingredients You’ll Need

For a full ingredients list with measurements, check the recipe card below.

ingredients for caprese skewers

These Caprese skewers are a fun, bite-sized twist on the classic Italian Caprese salad, built on just a handful of simple ingredients:

  • Cherry tomatoes: Cherry or grape tomatoes are the perfect size for the skewers and they are wonderfully sweet.
  • Bite sized mozzarella balls: Also known as bocconcini. The creamy cheese balances really well with the acidity of the tomatoes and balsamic. Alternatively, you can also use ciliegine mozzarella balls.
  • Basil leaves: Fresh basil leaves add color and freshness to each bite.
  • Olive oil and Italian seasoning: I think this simple marinade takes the mozzarella balls over the top and adds a lot of flavor.
  • Balsamic glaze: I like to make my own homemade balsamic glaze, but if you are in a pinch you can also use store-bought. My family always requests “extra drizzle” on their caprese skewers!
  • Salt and pepper: Added to taste.
  • Wooden skewers: For these caprese appetizers, I usually use the 6″ or 8″ wooden skewers. You can find these at your local grocery store or online.

How To Make Caprese Skewers

mozzarella balls marinated with olive oil and herbs in a bowl

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, Italian seasoning and salt, and pepper to taste. Add the mozzarella balls to the bowl and toss them to coat.

threading mozzarella balls tomatoes and basil leaves on skewers

Step 2: Thread the tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella balls onto the skewers alternating between them. (You need 3 tomatoes, 3 basil leaves, and 2 mozzarella balls per skewer.)

stacked caprese skewers on a platter

Step 3: Arrange caprese skewers on a serving platter or store them in the fridge covered until ready to serve.

caprese skewers drizzled with balsamic glaze on a platter

Step 4: Place the balsamic glaze in a small plastic bag with one corner snipped off. Drizzle the balsamic over the skewers, and serve immediately.

TIPS FROM NELI’S KITCHEN

My Best Caprese Skewers Tips

  • Use fresh ingredients. Use ripe cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella balls for the best mini Caprese skewers.
  • Drizzle the glaze just before serving. The first time I made them too far in advance, the glaze soaked into the mozzarella, and while still delicious, they didn’t have that fresh, glossy finish!
  • Cover in the fridge. If you are making the tomato mozzarella basil skewers ahead of time, keep them covered in the fridge so that the mozzarella doesn’t dry out.
Caprese skewers on a platter

Serving Suggestions

These Caprese salad skewers with balsamic glaze can be served by themselves, but if you are planning a bigger feast they can be served alongside other appetizers like bruschetta, bacon wrapped pineapple bites, crostini, olives, or as part of a charcuterie board. They are also great served as a side with grilled meats and chicken.

Make Ahead Tips

This Caprese appetizer is best served fresh, but you can assemble the skewers a few hours ahead of serving and keep them covered in the fridge. I’ve also tested marinating the mozzarella balls days in advance, and that works beautifully too – just add the balsamic reduction right before serving for the best flavor and look!

Caprese Salad skewers with mozzarella balls and grape tomatoes

More Easy Bite Sized Appetizers

If you loved this tomato basil mozzarella appetizer, check out some of my other favorite easy crowd-pleasing bite sized appetizers.

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Caprese Skewers

These cute caprese skewers with balsamic glaze make for a fun appetizer or finger food. Easy to make with a few simple ingredients, they are a fresh and tasty bite that your friends and family will love!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 12 skewers

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Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. Add the mozzarella balls to the bowl and toss them to coat.
  • Thread the tomatoes, basil and mozzarella balls onto the skewers alternating between them. (You need 3 tomatoes, 3 basil leaves and 2 mozzarella balls per skewer.)
  • Arrange caprese skewers on a serving platter or store them in the fridge covered until ready to serve.
  • Place the balsamic glaze in a small plastic bag with one corner snipped off. Drizzle the balsamic over the skewers, and serve immediately.

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Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients. Use ripe cherry tomatoes and fresh mozzarella balls for the best mini Caprese skewers.
  • Drizzle the glaze just before serving. The first time I made them too far in advance, the glaze soaked into the mozzarella, and while still delicious, they didn’t have that fresh, glossy finish!
  • Cover in the fridge. If you are making the tomato mozzarella basil skewers ahead of time, keep them covered in the fridge so that the mozzarella doesn’t dry out.

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 48mg | Potassium: 115mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 313IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 210mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition Disclaimer: Nutritional values are estimates and may vary with ingredients, brands, and portion sizes. For accuracy, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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About Neli Howard

Meet Neli Howard, the food blogger and recipe developer behind Delicious Meets Healthy. With over 12 years of cooking experience, Neli shares easy, wholesome recipes made with real ingredients to help you cook stress-free, flavorful meals the whole family will love. Her work has been featured in Healthline, Forbes, CNN, and more.

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