Fruit And Cheese Kabobs (Print View)
Refreshing skewers with fresh fruits and creamy cheeses—ideal for any gathering.
# 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 Make It:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Hull strawberries and cut them in half if large. Leave grapes whole. Ensure pineapple chunks are bite-sized.
02 - Cut cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into uniform 1-inch cubes. Keep pieces consistent for even threading and professional presentation.
03 - Thread each skewer with alternating fruits and cheese cubes. Vary colors and textures—start with grape, add cheese cube, strawberry, cheese, pineapple, cheese. Repeat pattern leaving space at ends for easy handling.
04 - Arrange finished kabobs on serving platter in circular or linear pattern. Scatter fresh mint leaves over top for color contrast and aromatic finish.
05 - Serve immediately chilled or at room temperature. For best texture and flavor, consume within 2 hours of assembly.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- Your guests will literally grab these the moment they hit the platter, leaving you free to actually enjoy your own party
- The combination of sweet fruit and savory cheese hits every craving at once without any cooking required
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- Cold cheese from the fridge is easier to cube and handle than room temperature, so work quickly once you start cutting
- Softer fruits like ripe strawberries can slide around on the skewer, so thread them gently and dont force anything
03 -
- If you're making these for a crowd, set up a little assembly line station with bowls of each ingredient
- These kabobs taste best at room temperature, so take them out of the fridge about 30 minutes before serving