Delicious Fruit And Cheese Kabobs (Printable)
Refreshing appetizer skewers with fresh fruits and creamy cheeses, ready in 15 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fresh Fruits
01 - 1 cup seedless green grapes
02 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
03 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
04 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
→ Cheese Selection
05 - 8 oz cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
06 - 8 oz Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Assembly Essentials
07 - 12 wooden skewers
08 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves (optional garnish)
# Directions:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Hull strawberries and cut them in half if large. Leave grapes whole and ensure pineapple chunks are bite-sized.
02 - Cut both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into uniform 1-inch cubes. Keep pieces consistent for even skewering and attractive presentation.
03 - Thread ingredients onto each skewer in an alternating pattern, mixing colors and flavors. Start and end with cheese or fruit based on visual preference.
04 - Arrange completed kabobs on a serving platter. Scatter fresh mint leaves over the top for a pop of color and aromatic freshness.
05 - Serve chilled or at room temperature. For optimal texture and flavor, consume within 2 hours of assembly.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- They are impossible to mess up and come together in literally fifteen minutes flat
- Guests always grab them first, and you can prep everything hours before the party even starts
02 -
- Room temperature cheese tastes infinitely better than cold cheese straight from the refrigerator
- Soft cheeses like brie will slide around so stick to firm varieties that hold their shape
03 -
- Cut everything the same size so skewers sit flat on the platter
- Thread the heaviest items first so your skewers stay balanced