Delicious Fruit And Cheese Kabobs (Printer-friendly)
Refreshing skewers with juicy grapes, strawberries, pineapple and creamy cheese cubes. Easy party appetizer ready in 15 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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
05 - 8 oz cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
06 - 8 oz Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Garnish
07 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
→ Assembly
08 - 12 wooden skewers
# How To Make It:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Hull strawberries and cut them in half if they're large.
02 - Cut both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into uniform 1-inch cubes for consistent threading.
03 - Thread each skewer with an alternating pattern of fruits and cheese cubes, mixing colors and flavors for maximum visual appeal.
04 - Arrange finished kabops on a serving platter. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
05 - Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy immediately for optimal freshness and texture.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- You can prep everything ahead and assemble in minutes before guests arrive
- The sweet and creamy combo makes people keep coming back for just one more
02 -
- Cheese cubes slide onto skewers more easily when they are thoroughly chilled
- Pat fruit completely dry with paper towels to prevent the cheese from getting soggy
03 -
- Leave about an inch at the bottom of each skewer for easy gripping
- Make extra because people always eat more than expected