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Halloween Monster Eyeball Caprese Skewers Easy Appetizer

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These Wholesome Monster Eyeball Caprese Skewers are ridiculously simple, genuinely delicious, and somehow manage to be both healthy and perfectly on-theme for a spooky gathering. They prove that you don’t need fancy tools or complicated techniques to create something memorable.

Ingredients

  • Fresh ciliegine mozzarella balls (8 oz / 225 g)
  • Cherry tomatoes (1 cup / about 150 g)
  • Fresh basil leaves (about 24 large leaves)
  • Large pitted black olives (about 12 olives)
  • Balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients (5 minutes): Drain the mozzarella balls and pat them dry with paper towels. Rinse the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves, then dry them gently. Slice each black olive crosswise into 2-3 rounds. Set everything out on your cutting board.
  2. Assemble the eyeballs (5 minutes): Take a mozzarella ball and press a slice of black olive gently into the center. Repeat until all the mozzarella balls have their pupils.
  3. Layer the skewers (5 minutes): Take a wooden skewer and thread one cherry tomato onto it, pushing it about halfway down. Next, fold a basil leaf in half and thread it on. Finally, add one of your eyeball mozzarella balls.
  4. Repeat and arrange (5 minutes): Continue assembling skewers until you’ve used all your ingredients. Arrange them on a serving platter in a circular pattern, with the eyeballs facing outward.
  5. Drizzle and serve (optional, 1 minute): If using balsamic glaze, drizzle a thin ribbon over the skewers just before serving. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Dry ingredients thoroughly to prevent sliding. Use room temperature cheese for better olive adhesion. Slice olives evenly (about 1/4 inch thick). Keep basil fresh with a damp paper towel. For best results, add balsamic glaze just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Do not freeze.

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