Citric Acid 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 even sit down. Crisp apple cubes and buttery Gouda are a natural pairing, and threading them onto skewers makes the whole thing feel a little fancy with almost zero 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 every bite interesting. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, store-bought snacks and party foods can be a minefield of hidden additives and preservatives — this recipe sidesteps all of that with whole, recognizable ingredients. The small amount of lemon juice used here simply keeps the apple from browning, so the focus stays on fresh flavor rather than anything processed. It's a no-cook, no-fuss recipe that works beautifully as an appetizer, a cheese board addition, or even a light 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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