Cinnamon Free Gluten Free Apple Gouda Skewers
Sweet, creamy, and just a little savory, these apple and Gouda skewers are the kind of effortless appetizer that disappears from the plate before you even sit down. Crisp apple cubes and rich, buttery Gouda are a natural pairing, and threading them onto skewers makes the whole thing feel a little more special without any extra effort. A drizzle of honey ties the flavors together, while fresh thyme, flaky sea salt, and cracked black pepper add just enough complexity to keep things interesting. The lemon juice keeps the apple looking fresh and bright, which matters when presentation is half the appeal. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to cinnamon, fruit-forward snacks and appetizers can feel like a minefield — so many recipes lean on warm spices as a default. This one skips all of that entirely, relying instead on ingredients that are naturally vibrant and flavorful on their own. It's a genuinely crowd-pleasing bite that works for a party spread, a cheese board alternative, or an easy afternoon snack.
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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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