Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
This is a classic dish (the tasty pairing of tomato and mozzarella) with an adorable presentation—perfect for a snack or party pass-around.
Fresh, fun, and fabulously simple—these Caprese Skewers are my go-to when I want to serve something that looks impressive but takes practically no time. Juicy cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, basil leaves, and a drizzle of tangy-sweet balsamic glaze… what’s not to love?
In fact, I love caprese so much, my family jokes I should legally change my name to Joy Caprese Bauer. (Honestly, not the worst idea.) I’ll caprese anything—salads, burgers, omelets, wraps, even skewers like these (have you tried my Cantaloupe and Berry Caprese Skewers yet?) They’re my all-time favorite flavor combo, and I’ll happily find any excuse to enjoy them again and again.
If you’re part of the caprese club, try these too:
If you don’t want to make your own honey balsamic drizzle, you can either buy balsamic glaze at the market or make your own standard glaze by simply simmering balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan until it reduces and becomes rich, thick and glossy. Alternatively, you can use any favorite vinaigrette dressing. The choice is yours to make!
Want more mozzarella? Try this Pizza Toast with Pesto and Mozzarella!
Caprese Skewers with Balsamic Glaze
Ingredients
For the honey balsamic drizzle:
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- ½ tablespoon honey
For the tomato-mozzarella skewers:
- 1 cup basil leaves, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 1 container fresh mozzarella pearls
- 1 cup multi-colored grape tomatoes, halved
- 40 large toothpicks or thin skewers
Instructions
To make the Glaze
- Combine the balsamic and honey in a small saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the balsamic is thick, syrupy, and has reduced by half. Set aside until ready to use.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the balsamic is thick, syrupy, and has reduced by half. Set aside until ready to use.
To assemble the Skewers:
- To assemble the skewers, thread a tomato half through the toothpick, followed by a piece of basil, a mozzarella pearl and tomato half. Make as many skewers as you like or until all of the ingredients are used up.
- Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and drizzle over the balsamic glaze, or serve on the side as a dip.
