Caprese Bites from Delish.com

By TFerg

Ingredients

• 8 oz. mozzarella balls
• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• kosher salt
• 24 cherry tomatoes
• 12 fresh basil leaves
• 1 c. balsamic vinegar

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, stir together mozzarella, olive oil, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and season with salt. Set aside.

Assemble skewers: Layer a cherry tomato, basil leaf, marinated mozzarella ball, and another cherry tomato. Place on your serving platter.

Make balsamic glaze: In a small saucepan or skillet, bring balsamic vinegar to a low simmer. Let thicken until syrupy, 15 minutes. Set aside to cool and thicken.

Drizzle skewers with balsamic glaze and serve.