Pin it A festive and elegant appetizer featuring juicy grapes and creamy cheese, drizzled with honey and a touch of sparkling wine for a celebratory twist perfect for ringing in the New Year.
I enjoy serving these skewers at parties they are always a crowd-pleaser and easy to prepare.
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Ingredients
- Seedless red or green grapes: 24 grapes
- Firm cheese: 200 g (7 oz) such as aged cheddar Gouda or Manchego cut into 2 cm (¾ inch) cubes
- Honey: 1 tbsp
- Sparkling wine: 2 tbsp (Champagne Prosecco or non-alcoholic sparkling grape juice)
- Finely chopped fresh mint (optional): 1 tbsp
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional): to taste
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Instructions
- Thread Skewers:
- Thread one grape one cheese cube and another grape onto each skewer or toothpick alternating for color and appeal.
- Arrange Skewers:
- Arrange the skewers attractively on a serving platter.
- Mix Dressing:
- In a small bowl whisk together the honey and sparkling wine until well combined.
- Drizzle Dressing:
- Drizzle the honey-sparkling wine mixture evenly over the skewers.
- Garnish:
- Sprinkle with fresh mint and a touch of black pepper if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately for maximum freshness and sparkle.
Pin it This appetizer always brings smiles to our family gatherings and sparks conversations over each delicious bite.
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Required Tools
Small wooden skewers or toothpicks sharp knife small bowl whisk
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese) To ensure gluten-free status verify that the cheese is gluten-free Check all ingredient labels for possible allergens
Nutritional Information (per skewer)
Calories 70 Total Fat 4 g Carbohydrates 5 g Protein 3 g
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These skewers add sparkle to any party and are wonderfully simple to make.
Recipe FAQs
- → What types of cheese work best for these skewers?
Firm cheeses like aged cheddar, Gouda, or Manchego provide a flavorful contrast to sweet grapes and hold their shape well on skewers.
- → Can I make a non-alcoholic version of the drizzle?
Yes, use sparkling grape juice instead of sparkling wine to keep the festive fizz without alcohol.
- → How should I serve these skewers for best freshness?
Prepare and drizzle them just before serving to maintain freshness and the sparkle of the drizzle.
- → Are there suggested variations for the garnish?
Fresh mint adds a refreshing note, and a sprinkle of ground black pepper adds subtle spice; both are optional but enhance flavor.
- → What occasions suit these skewers well?
These skewers are perfect for festive celebrations, appetizers at parties, or light, elegant gatherings.
