Eyeball Caprese Bites
Fun and spooky Eyeball Caprese Bites that combine juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and savory olives for a delightful appetizer perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 Cherry Tomatoes
- 12 Mozzarella Balls (Bocconcini)
- 12 Black Olives, pitted
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Balsamic Glaze
- Skewers or Toothpicks
Instructions
- Gather and prep ingredients by washing the tomatoes and basil.
- Slice the tops off the cherry tomatoes to create room for mozzarella.
- Fill each tomato with a mozzarella ball, pressing gently.
- Create the eyeball by placing a halved black olive on top of the mozzarella.
- Add a basil leaf behind the tomato for a “pupil” effect.
- Assemble the bites on skewers, ensuring not to pierce through the mozzarella.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Chill the assembled bites in the fridge until ready to serve.
Notes
Feel free to substitute olives with pimentos or peppers if desired. Assemble a few hours ahead and add glaze before serving for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: appetizer, Caprese, Halloween, party food, easy recipe