Candy Cane Caprese Board
Candy Cane Caprese Board is a vibrant and festive appetizer that will elevate your holiday gatherings. This visually stunning dish features creamy mozzarella, sweet cherry tomatoes, and aromatic basil arranged to mimic a candy cane. Drizzled with balsamic glaze and olive oil, each bite offers a delightful explosion of flavor. Perfect for potlucks or cozy family dinners, this easy-to-assemble board brings joy and holiday spirit to any table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls (pearl-sized)
- 1 cup ripe cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on a clean workspace.
- Arrange mozzarella balls in a line on one side of the serving platter.
- Alternate adding cherry tomatoes alongside mozzarella balls.
- Sprinkle fresh basil leaves between the mozzarella and tomatoes.
- Drizzle olive oil over the board, followed by balsamic glaze.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 board (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg