Star-Shaped Caprese Skewers (Printable Format)

Whimsical star-shaped skewers with mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil drizzled with olive oil and balsamic glaze.

# What's Needed:

→ Cheese

01 - 7 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 0.4 inches thick

→ Vegetables

02 - 16 cherry tomatoes
03 - 16 fresh basil leaves

→ Dressing

04 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
06 - Sea salt, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

08 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut about 16 star shapes from the mozzarella slices.
02 - Thread one cherry tomato onto each skewer, followed by a folded fresh basil leaf, then top with a mozzarella star.
03 - Place the assembled skewers neatly on a serving platter.
04 - Drizzle olive oil and balsamic glaze over the skewers, then season with sea salt, black pepper, and optional chopped basil.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Whimsical star-shaped presentation
  • Fresh and easy to prepare
02 -
  • For extra flavor, rub the mozzarella stars with a cut garlic clove before assembling.
  • Substitute baby bocconcini for mozzarella stars if you dont have a cookie cutter.
03 -
  • Chill skewers before serving to keep ingredients fresh.
  • Use high-quality olive oil and balsamic glaze for best flavor.
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