Mini Caprese Bites: Easy Festive Appetizer with Turkey Bacon
Mini Caprese Bites are a delightful appetizer perfect for any festive occasion, made easy with the inclusion of turkey bacon for a savory twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 slices turkey bacon
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 12 fresh basil leaves
- 6 ounces mozzarella balls
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wrap each cherry tomato with a slice of turkey bacon and secure it with a toothpick.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bacon is crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the bites by placing a mozzarella ball and a basil leaf on each bacon-wrapped tomato.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, replace turkey bacon with a slice of grilled zucchini.
- These bites can be served warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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