Amazing 10-Minute Mini Caprese Bites
These Mini Caprese Bites are a fantastic, easy appetizer perfect for little hands and big appetites. They bring the fresh taste of summer tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil together in a simple, fun-to-eat format. You will love how quick these are to assemble!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 20 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint Cherry or Grape Tomatoes
- 8 oz Fresh Mozzarella Balls (small, ciliegine size), drained
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- Pinch of Salt
- Pinch of Black Pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cherry or grape tomatoes.
- If your mozzarella balls are larger than bite-sized, cut them in half.
- Thread one tomato onto a small toothpick or appetizer skewer.
- Follow the tomato with a folded basil leaf.
- Add one mozzarella ball onto the skewer.
- Arrange the assembled bites on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the olive oil lightly over all the bites.
- Sprinkle with a small pinch of salt and pepper.
- Finish by drizzling the balsamic glaze over the skewers just before serving.
Notes
- Use the smallest mozzarella balls available for the best fit on a small skewer.
- You can substitute balsamic glaze with a mix of balsamic vinegar and a touch of honey if you do not have glaze.
- Prepare the ingredients ahead of time, but assemble just before serving for the freshest taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
