on Feb 12, 2022, Updated Jan 30, 2024
Why You’ll Love Valentines Appetizer
These little bites of heaven are not only easy to make, but they’re also packed with 🌿 flavor and texture. You’ve got the juicy sweetness of cherry 🍅 tomatoes, the creamy smoothness of fresh mozzarella, and the fresh aroma of basil, all drizzled with balsamic glaze. And let’s not forget about the texture – the soft cheese and the firm but juicy tomatoes that burst with sweetness in your mouth.
How to Prepare Valentines Appetizer
🔪 Cut cherry tomatoes on an angle to create a diagonal cut. 🍅 Rotate each tomato piece to assemble the hearts. Use small skewers to pierce the hearts lengthwise, adding a mini Bocconcini cheese in the middle and another heart on each skewer. 🧀 Stack three round slices of provolone cheese and use mini heart-shaped cookie cutters to cut out small hearts. Save any cheese scraps for later. 🌿 Arrange the skewers on a small plate, placing the cheese hearts around them. Add basil or parsley for presentation. 🔥 For the glaze, either use store-bought or make your own by boiling balsamic vinegar in a pan until it thickens and reduces (approximately 8 minutes on low heat). Add a touch of salt and olive oil. ❤️ Drizzle the homemade glaze on the Valentines Appetizer skewers. Enjoy your heart-shaped appetizers!
Variations and Substitutions for Valentines Appetizer
Feel free to mix and match these suggestions for this 💝 Valentines Appetizer based on your preferences and dietary requirements.
Best Served With
Crackers or fresh bread like my No Knead Peasant Bread A glass of white wine, prosecco, or your favorite sparkling beverage
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