BLACKBERRY CAPRESE APPETIZER

Blackberry Caprese appetizers are gorgeous kabobs made in minutes with only 3 simple ingredients! Tasty caprese pops with fresh berry flavors!

This fruit kabob recipe is quick to come together, with minimal prep work you can create a simple, fancy and delicious dish! You can bring this cold party appetizer to your next family get together, work potluck or event and they are sure to be a big hit.

About These Blackberry Caprese Kabobs

Finding simple appetizers that are as impressive as they are tasty, can often be a challenge. Dips and fried foods often see this as their time to shine, but give these blackberry Caprese skewers a chance and watch how everyone gets excited to try them.

These healthy kabobs can be a great change of pace from the dips and fried foods being served. They are so simple and they add a nice elegance to the appetizer table. I am a die-hard traditional Caprese fan (with cherry tomatoes) and worried I’d miss them, but the sweet tart of the berries is delicious with the fresh basil and mozzarella. Give them a try!

Why You’ll Love This Easy Appetizer Recipe

• They’re simple! If 3 ingredients and a moment of time to prep sound easy enough for you, then you’re in luck. This recipe really could not be any simpler. Grab the kids and set up an assembly line; they can help you whip up a batch of these fruity appetizers.
• They are healthy too. When you think of appetizers (especially fine food appetizers) your mind might think of fried foods or heavy dips. But these appetizers are as fresh and light as you’d expect, perfect for a light snack before a main dish.
• Perfect for any occasion. Serve up these blackberry skewers for a baby shower, wedding reception or bridal party, birthday, etc. They really add a nice appearance at any table, especially when you use a long skewer for a more dramatic look.

Blackberry Caprese Skewer Ingredients

Blackberries: You will need one 6-ounce sized container of fresh blackberries for these berry skewers.

Mozzarella: Use an 8-ounce package of fresh mozzarella pearls. You can often find these in your grocery store’s deli section near the fancy cheeses and meats.

Basil: You need 1 bunch of fresh basil for more amazing taste and freshness in these berry kabobs.

Skewers: Use wooden skewers to assemble these tasty treats, like kabob skewers, or use toothpicks if desired.

How to make Blackberry Caprese Skewers

Prep

To get started, wash the blackberries, and make sure all the stems are removed. Then, tear the basil leaves to be about the size of a quarter.

Assemble

Next, skewer one piece of basil, then a mozzarella pearl, followed by another piece of basil and end with a blackberry.

Place each assembled skewer on a plate or serving platter, continue with each skewer until all ingredients are used.

If you’d like, you can lightly drizzle the skewers with balsamic vinegar. It tastes amazing!

Serve immediately and enjoy!

How far in advance can I make blackberry Caprese skewers?

These skewers can be made up to a few days in advance if you keep them properly stored in the fridge. For the best tasting results, make them not long before eating, but prepping a day or two in advance of a party is a great time saver.

HOW DO I STORE BERRY CAPRESE POPS?

Blackberry caprese skewers are definitely best served fresh but they can stay in the fridge for 2-3 days in an air-tight container. If you are looking to save time on the day of your event you can prep your ingredients ahead of time, be sure to store each item in separate containers to keep as fresh as possible.

What is Caprese?

It’s a simple Italian salad served with mozzarella cheese, fresh tomatoes, and basil. In this case, we are using blackberries instead of tomatoes. And while it may not be plated like a traditional salad on a plate, there are green leaves involved, so it’s a cheesy fruit salad on a stick.

Where do you find mozzarella pearls?

Mozzarella pearls are often found in the grocery store’s deli department. Around the same area, you find the baby bell cheese or the fancy soft cheese varieties. You can always confirm this by asking a store attendant, as not all stores have the same layout.

What kind of stick should I use?

There are so many different types of wooden skewers that you can use, ranging from long kabob sticks (like what we used) for a more dramatic look or toothpicks. There are also the fancier toothpicks used in alcoholic drinks to hold olives and other pieces of food in the glass. Any of these options could be great for adding a little flair to the appearance.

TRY MORE POPULAR CAPRESE FLAVORED RECIPES HERE:

• GARDEN VEGETABLE CAPRESE SALAD
• PASTA CAPRESE
• CHICKEN CAPRESE
• CAPRESE POPS

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These Blackberry Caprese Skewers are made in about 15 minutes with just 3 basic ingredients! They are a fantastic healthy party snack for so many occasions.