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A festive gathering calls for delightful appetizers that not only please the palate but also captivate the eyes. Snowman Caprese Skewers are the perfect balance of flavor and whimsy, making them an ideal addition to your holiday celebration. In just a few minutes, you can create these charming skewers that are sure to impress your guests. The combination of fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, arranged to resemble cheerful snowmen, guarantees that this appetizer will be a hit on any holiday table, sparking joy and conversation among family and friends.
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Snowman Caprese Skewers Recipe for Festive Gatherings

These whimsical Snowman Caprese Skewers are a fun and festive holiday appetizer that combines fresh ingredients in a delightful presentation. Perfect for gatherings, they are quick to prepare and sure to impress.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Keyword appetizer, Caprese, festive, holiday, quick, skewers
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 100kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 cherry tomatoes
  • 12 small mozzarella balls bocconcini
  • 12 fresh basil leaves
  • 6 black olives
  • 2 small carrots
  • balsamic glaze
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 6 skewers or toothpicks

Instructions

  • Begin by threading one cherry tomato onto a skewer as the base.
  • Add a mozzarella ball followed by a fresh basil leaf.
  • Repeat to create a second tier with another cherry tomato and mozzarella ball.
  • Top with a final cherry tomato for the head.
  • Slice black olives in half for the eyes and buttons.
  • Cut small triangular pieces from the carrots for the nose and insert into the top mozzarella ball.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper over the skewers.
  • Drizzle balsamic glaze over the assembled skewers.
  • Arrange the skewers on a holiday-themed platter for serving.

Notes

For best presentation, serve immediately after drizzling with balsamic glaze.