RecipeCaprese Candy Cane

Nutrition Facts
Amount per Serving
  • Calories: 110
  • Protein: 7 g
  • Total Fat: 7 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
    • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 3 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0 g
  • Total Sugar: 1 g
    • Natural Sugar: 1 g
    • Added Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg

HO HO HOw fun is this appetizer? It’s perfect to feed and impress a hungry holiday crowd. It’s the simple—and beloved—Italian combo of creamy mozzarella, juicy tomato and aromatic basil laid out in a festive candy cane design. Holly, Jolly, and delish!

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This recipe makes 8 servings
Ingredients:
  • • 8 slices mozzarella cheese* 
  • • 9 tomato slices (2 to 3 large fresh tomatoes)
  • • Salt and pepper
  • • ¼ to ½ cup fresh basil, minced
  • • Balsamic glaze or Balsamic Vinaigrette, optional 

* You’ll need about three-quarters of a fresh pre-sliced mozzarella cheese log. 

Preparation:

On a large serving platter or cutting board, arrange tomato and mozzarella slices in the shape of a candy cane. Sprinkle on salt, pepper, and minced basil. Serve with balsamic glaze or vinaigrette. 

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