Delicious Fruit And Cheese Kabobs (Print Version)
Refreshingly simple skewers with fresh fruits and cheeses, ideal for entertaining guests or light snacking.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fresh Fruits
01 - 1 cup seedless green grapes
02 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
03 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved and hulled
04 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
→ Cheeses
05 - 8 oz cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
06 - 8 oz Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Assembly and Garnish
07 - 12 wooden skewers
08 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
# Directions:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Hull strawberries and cut them in half if large. Leave grapes whole and ensure pineapple chunks are bite-sized.
02 - Cut both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into uniform 1-inch cubes. Keep cubes consistent in size for even skewering.
03 - Thread each wooden skewer with alternating fruits and cheese cubes. Vary the color pattern for visual appeal, pushing ingredients close together without overcrowding.
04 - Arrange finished kabobs on a serving platter. Scatter fresh mint leaves over the top for a pop of color and refreshing aroma, if desired.
05 - Serve kabobs chilled or at room temperature. For optimal freshness and texture, enjoy within 2 hours of assembly.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- No cooking required so you can focus on hosting instead of hovering over a stove
- The colors look stunning on a platter like edible confetti
- Guests can customize their own skewer combinations
02 -
- Dry your fruit thoroughly before assembling or the moisture will make the cheese soft and unappealing
- Thread the sturdier items like cheese and grapes first then end with delicate strawberries
- Cheese is easier to cube when it's slightly chilled straight from the refrigerator works best
03 -
- Cut a tiny flat spot on the bottom of each grape so they don't spin around while threading
- Room temperature cheese has better flavor than cold cheese so cube it last