Description
Mini Caprese Bites are an elegant and easy appetizer made with fresh cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and basil, finished with olive oil and balsamic glaze. These bite-sized caprese skewers are perfect for parties, holidays, and quick entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini)
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Toothpicks
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry the cherry tomatoes.
- Drain and pat dry the mozzarella balls.
- If mozzarella balls are large, cut them in half.
- Thread a cherry tomato onto a toothpick.
- Add a folded basil leaf.
- Finish with a mozzarella ball.
- Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Arrange the bites on a serving platter.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
- Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Assemble close to serving time for optimal freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 caprese bite
- Calories: 22
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: mini caprese bites, caprese skewers, caprese appetizer, italian appetizer, easy appetizer