Create a Christmas Caprese Candy Cane Board with this EASY recipe tested in my Texas kitchen Festive familyapproved quick to assemble Get the recipe
Author:susan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:8 servings
Category:Appetizer
Cuisine:Italian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved
1 (16 ounce) container ciliegine mozzarella balls
Fresh basil leaves
Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Tomatoes. Halve the cherry and grape tomatoes. Set aside in separate bowls.
Assemble the Base. On a large serving platter or wooden board, start arranging the halved cherry tomatoes in a curved candy cane shape.
Add the Mozzarella. Add the ciliegine mozzarella balls to create the white stripes of the candy cane. Alternate between the tomatoes and mozzarella to create a visually appealing pattern.
Add Basil. Tuck fresh basil leaves in between the tomatoes and mozzarella balls.
Season and Drizzle. Lightly season the Caprese board with salt and pepper to taste. Then, drizzle with balsamic glaze.
Serve. Serve immediately and enjoy this festive and flavorful appetizer!
