Delicious Fruit and Cheese Kabobs (Printer-Friendly)
Refreshing skewers with fresh grapes, strawberries, pineapple and creamy cheeses. Quick 15-minute prep, perfect for entertaining.
# 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
→ Equipment
08 - 12 wooden skewers
# How-To Steps:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Hull strawberries and cut them in half if they're large.
02 - Cut both cheeses into uniform 1-inch cubes for consistent threading.
03 - Thread each skewer with alternating fruits and cheese cubes, mixing colors and flavors for visual appeal.
04 - Place finished kabobs on a serving platter. Add fresh mint leaves as garnish if desired.
05 - Serve chilled or at room temperature. For optimal freshness, enjoy immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- These come together in literally fifteen minutes flat
- Guests always grab them first and ask for the recipe
02 -
- Cutting ingredients to similar sizes prevents the skewer from tipping or sliding around
- Pat fruit completely dry or the moisture will make the cheese soften and lose its shape
03 -
- Use two skewers parallel to each other for large chunks so nothing spins around
- Double up on the cheese ratio if your crowd leans savory over sweet