Caffeine Free Caprese Skewers with Turmeric Honey Drizzle
These little skewers are a crowd-pleaser that looks far more impressive than the effort involved. Creamy mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil leaves are threaded together and finished with a golden drizzle of honey, olive oil, turmeric, and black pepper — a combination that's warm, floral, and just a little unexpected. The turmeric gives the whole platter a gorgeous color while adding a subtle earthiness that elevates what could otherwise be a straightforward appetizer. Everything here is naturally free of stimulants, so you can serve these at a brunch, baby shower, or evening gathering without a second thought about what's in them. A finishing pinch of flaky sea salt and an optional balsamic glaze pull all the flavors together in the best way. They come together in minutes and disappear just as fast.
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4 servings
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 oz fresh basil leaves (about 20–24 medium leaves)
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
For the drizzle
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
For serving
- 1–2 tsp balsamic glaze, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, honey, ground turmeric, and freshly ground black pepper until the mixture is smooth and evenly golden.
- 2
Thread the skewers by folding a basil leaf in half, then alternating: basil, cherry tomato, mozzarella cube, basil, cherry tomato, mozzarella — repeating until each skewer holds 2–3 of each. Aim for about 16–20 skewers total.
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