Strawberry Caprese Skewers Balsamic (Printable)

Juicy strawberries, creamy mozzarella, basil, and balsamic reduction combine in a refreshing twist for any gathering.

# Ingredient List:

→ Produce

01 - 12 large fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 24 fresh basil leaves, washed

→ Dairy

03 - 12 mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini), drained

→ Pantry

04 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
07 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Equipment

09 - 12 small wooden or bamboo skewers

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar and 1 tablespoon honey. Simmer gently, stirring frequently, for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly thickened and syrupy. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
02 - Thread one strawberry half onto each skewer, followed by a basil leaf, a mozzarella ball, another basil leaf, and finish with the second strawberry half.
03 - Arrange all assembled skewers on a serving platter. Drizzle evenly with 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil and the cooled balsamic reduction.
04 - Sprinkle skewers with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They taste like summer in your mouth—sweet strawberry, tangy basil, creamy cheese, and that glossy balsamic all hitting at once.
  • Your guests will think you spent way more effort than you actually did, which is always the dream.
  • No cooking skill required, just good ingredients and ten minutes of your time.
02 -
  • If you don't cool that balsamic reduction before drizzling it on the strawberries, it'll actually cook them slightly and turn them mushy.
  • Thread your skewers no more than two hours before serving, because the strawberry juice starts leaking and everything gets weepy and sad-looking.
03 -
  • Buy your strawberries and mozzarella the day you're serving these—they're both at their best when they're fresh, and buying ahead means they start degrading before you even assemble them.
  • If you're serving a crowd and want to make these ahead, assemble everything but skip the drizzle until the last minute, then dress them right in front of your guests so they see how beautiful they are.
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