Eyeball Caprese Bites
A spook-tacular twist on a classic appetizer, these Eyeball Caprese Bites are made with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and olives for a fun and flavorful Halloween treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Mozzarella Balls (Bocconcini)
- Black Olives
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Balsamic Glaze
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves, then pat them dry.
- Form the eyeballs: Slice the top off a cherry tomato and place a mozzarella ball on top.
- Add the eyeball center: Cut a black olive in half and position it on the mozzarella.
- Garnish with basil: Tuck a fresh basil leaf behind each eyeball.
- Plate it up: Arrange the bites on a platter, optionally on a bed of basil leaves.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
These bites can be made ahead of time and are best enjoyed fresh. Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese or add spicy options for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: caprese, appetizer, Halloween, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, festive food