Celery Free Gluten Free Apple Gouda Skewers
Sweet, creamy, and just a little savory, these skewers are the kind of effortless appetizer that disappears from the plate before you've even finished arranging them. Crisp apple cubes and smooth Gouda are a genuinely brilliant pairing — the fruit's bright acidity cuts right through the richness of the cheese. A drizzle of honey ties everything together, while fresh thyme, flaky sea salt, and cracked black pepper add just enough sophistication to make these feel party-worthy. The lemon juice keeps the apple looking fresh and vibrant, which matters when presentation is half the appeal. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of celery and celery derivatives, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. Assembly takes minutes and requires zero cooking, making this an ideal last-minute addition to a cheese board or a standalone snack that punches well above its weight.
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4 servings
- 2 medium crisp apples (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 6 oz gouda cheese, cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Toss the apple cubes with the lemon juice on the cutting board until evenly coated.
- 2
Thread the skewers by alternating 2 apple cubes and 2 Gouda cubes per skewer, starting and ending with apple, until all 8 skewers are assembled.
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