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Halloween Eyeball Caprese Bites

These Eyeball Caprese Bites are bite-sized appetizers assembled with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil, finished with a balsamic glaze to resemble creepy eyeballs. They are simple to make using no-cook assembly, resulting in a visually striking and fresh-tasting snack with a smooth, juicy, and creamy texture. The final presentation is both whimsical and spooky, perfect for Halloween parties.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 16 pieces cherry tomatoes preferably ripe and firm
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls bite-sized or ciliegine
  • 16 small fresh basil leaves small whole leaves
  • 4 tbsp balsamic glaze for drizzling
  • 8 pieces pitted black olives sliced for eyeballs
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Serving platter
  • Toothpicks or small skewers

Method
 

  1. Thread a cherry tomato onto a toothpick, followed by a small basil leaf and a mozzarella ball to assemble the eyeball shape.
  2. Place a sliced black olive on top of the mozzarella to create a dark, creepy eyeball pupil.
  3. Repeat these steps until all the bites are assembled on a platter for easy serving.
  4. Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the assembled eyeballs to mimic the bloodshot spots and create a spooky effect.
  5. Finish with a light sprinkle of salt and pepper if desired, then serve immediately for a fresh, juicy, and visually striking appetizer.