Turn a beloved classic into these simple, crowd-pleasing Caprese bites.
Kids and adults will both love the presentation, and the skewers allow for easy, mess-free eating.
Learn how to make Caprese bites.
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The brightly colored, adorable appetizer will have your guests grabbing bite after bite.
Frompastatosaladorsheet pan dinners, we count Caprese-inspired dishes as some of our favorite weeknight meals.
Sprinkle with basil and additional salt and pepper to taste, and you’re ready to serve.
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Here are some ideas to get you started:
Can I Prepare Mini Caprese Bites Ahead?
For the freshest presentation, assemble the skewers no more than eight hours in advance.
Wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve, and drizzle with the vinaigrette fresh before serving.
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If you’d like to prepare them further in advance, consider using whole grape tomatoes instead of halves.
The uncut tomatoes will be able to sit in the refrigerator longer while still retaining their freshness.
grape tomatoes, halved
10to 14 fresh small mozzarella cheese balls, cut into thirds
32(4-in.)
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Place skewers in a shallow serving dish.
Add oil mixture:
Whisk together oil and next 3 ingredients.
Drizzle oil mixture over skewers; sprinkle with basil and salt and pepper to taste.
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If you aren’t a fan of mozzarella, swap with other types of cheeses, including goat cheese.
These skewers can sit at room temperature for up to two hours while serving.
