Star-Shaped Caprese Skewers (Printable)

Juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and basil come together in elegant star-shaped skewers.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 7 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 0.4 inch 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)

# Directions:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Juicy tomatoes add freshness
  • Creamy mozzarella star shapes make it fun
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 -
  • Use fresh cherry tomatoes for best taste
  • Chill skewers before serving for a refreshing bite
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