Macadamia 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 platter before you've even finished arranging them. Crisp apple cubes and rich Gouda are threaded together in a simple alternating pattern, then finished with a drizzle of honey, fresh thyme, flaky sea salt, and cracked black pepper for a flavor combination that feels genuinely sophisticated. The lemon juice keeps the apple bright and fresh, so everything looks as good as it tastes. Many store-bought snack boards and packaged appetizers sneak in mixed nuts or nut-based garnishes, making them a minefield if you're avoiding macadamias — here, every single ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. No cooking required, no complicated technique, just a quick assemble-and-drizzle situation that works beautifully for entertaining or an elevated afternoon snack. The Gouda brings a buttery, slightly smoky depth that pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness of a Honeycrisp or Fuji apple, and the thyme ties it all together with an herby, aromatic finish.
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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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