Name: Candy Cane Caprese Board
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American, Italian
Ingredients: Mozzarella 16-oz (about 11-12 slices); Tomatoes 3; Balsamic glaze 2 tbsp; Sea salt; Olive oil; Basil; Baguette

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Ingredients

16-oz (about 11-12 slices) Mozzarella
log fresh pre-sliced mozzarella
3 Tomatoes
large fresh, sliced ¼-thick, about 12 slices
2 tbsp Balsamic glaze
For sprinkling:
Sea salt
flaky
For drizzling:
Olive oil
For garnish:
Basil
fresh leaves
Baguette
toasted

Candy Cane Caprese Board

Candy Cane Caprese Board is a fun appetizer idea for a Christmas party and if you want to get creative without too much fuss. Made with just a few simple ingredients plus mozzarella cheese and fresh basil, this recipe comes together in a snap and will still impress your guests. Plus, it makes a beautiful centerpiece on your party table.

Layer fresh mozzarella slices and juicy tomatoes to form a candy cane shape on a wood board or serving platter. Serve garnished with fresh basil leaves, a splash of extra-virgin olive oil, drizzles of balsamic glaze, and deliciously toasted baguette slices. To finish things off, sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Enjoy!

To make the Candy Cane Caprese Board, you will need the following ingredients:

Steps to make Candy Cane Caprese Board

1	Arrange mozzarella and tomato slices	3
Starting at the top end of the candy cane shape, place a slice of mozzarella on a platter, then add a slice of tomato on top. Keep alternating slices of mozzarella and tomato until you have a big candy cane shape.
2	Add basil and balsamic glaze	2
Arrange fresh basil leaves and place a small serving bowl with 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze on the platter.
3	Serve
When ready to serve, drizzle the mozzarella and tomatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Serve with toasted baguette slices, additional olive oil, and sea salt.

Add a fun and festive touch to your party table with this Candy Cane Caprese Board! Give this simple and delicious recipe a try soon, and please come back to leave a comment below.

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