Caprese Skewers With Balsamic Reduction Drizzle

Caprese skewers are a 4-ingredient appetizer that is so simple but guaranteed to impress! Made with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil, and an easy balsamic reduction, they imitate classic Caprese salad, only made portable on a skewer! Skewers are a great way to combine different flavors, colors, and textures all in one place. They’re so delicious and look so appetizing! Try these antipasto skewers, Thai chicken skewers, or teriyaki beef skewers at your next barbecue!

Caprese Skewers With a Balsamic Drizzle

I’ve been trying to clean up some of my eating habits this summer, so rather than whipping up my signature batch of homemade brownies every time there’s a potluck or party to attend, I’ve been making these fresh and light Caprese skewers instead. And guess what – not a single person has complained about being presented with tomatoes rather than chocolate (which I was a little worried about the first time!). You just can’t go wrong with the combination of basil, mozzarella, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy balsamic drizzle on top! It’s too irresistible. I think that having impressive appetizers that are also easy to make is essential, and these Caprese skewers just earned themselves a place on the list. Just 4 ingredients plus a skewer and you have yourself an appetizer that’s simple, refreshing, and bursting with flavor! It’s everything you love about a classic Caprese salad but ready to take on the go! They’re the best. Get ready to be addicted.

All Ingredients Needed

Simplicity is key here! Modeled after the famous Caprese salad, the 4 components of these skewers are a handful of fresh basil, grape or cherry tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella. You will also need some balsamic vinegar, which you will cook down to a balsamic reduction for drizzling. You can find measurements for each ingredient in the recipe card below.

Balsamic Vinegar: The sweet but tangy flavor of balsamic vinegar is a must here. This gets cooked down to create a thick, delicious balsamic glaze.Mini Mozzarella Balls: If yours are in water, drain and pat dry before adding to your skewers.Tomatoes: Cherry or grape tomatoes both work! We’re just going for bite-sized here.Fresh Basil Leaves: Add a pop of minty flavor in between the layers.

How to Make Caprese Skewers and Balsamic Reduction

Making the balsamic reduction is simple – all you need is one cup of balsamic vinegar which you’ll pour into a saucepan and heat until it reduces in volume. Just make sure you let it cool before drizzling it over your skewers (and if you can, have a fan going or a window open while making the reduction — the vinegar smell can be quite potent!).

Use Wooden Skewers: Not only are wooden skewers a cheap option, but they make for easy cleanup. Disposable cutlery is perfect for large gatherings. If you’re worried about splinters, soak the skewers before adding on Caprese ingredients.Swap Out Basil: The flavor of basil can be overpowering for some people – you can substitute your basil leaves for spinach if you want a more mild flavor.Add More Flavor: If you want your mozzarella balls to be packed with more flavor, try marinating them in your balsamic glaze overnight before assembly!

In the Refrigerator: Store your skewers in an airtight container. They’ll stay fresh for about 4 days.

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All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household.