Fruit and Cheese Kabobs (Printable Version)
Refreshing skewers with fresh fruits and creamy cheeses. Easy 15-minute party appetizer with colorful presentation.
# What You Need:
→ Fresh 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 Selection
05 - 8 oz cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
06 - 8 oz Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Assembly Essentials
07 - 12 wooden skewers
08 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
# How-To Steps:
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 cheeses into uniform 1-inch cubes, keeping them similar in size for consistent threading and even presentation.
03 - Thread each wooden skewer with an alternating pattern of fruits and cheese cubes. Mix colors and rotate between green grapes, red grapes, strawberries, pineapple, and both cheese varieties for maximum visual appeal.
04 - Arrange finished kabobs on a serving platter. Scatter fresh mint leaves over the top as a fragrant garnish if desired.
05 - Serve immediately chilled or at room temperature. Best enjoyed within 2 hours of assembly for optimal freshness and texture.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- You can assemble everything in under 15 minutes while chatting with guests
- The sweet and savory combo keeps everyone coming back for just one more
02 -
- Work with cold cheese straight from the refrigerator for cleaner cuts and less crumbling
- Cube apples can brown quickly so toss them in lemon juice before threading onto skewers
03 -
- Thread with the heaviest cheese cubes at the bottom to keep skewers balanced
- Leave a tiny bit of space between pieces so guests can slide them off easily