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Creepy Caprese Eyeballs

This appetizer features cherry tomatoes topped with small pieces of mozzarella cheese to resemble eyeballs. The finished bites are arranged with basil leaves and drizzled with balsamic glaze to mimic creepy, bloodshot eyes, creating a playful and spooky Halloween presentation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 12 pieces cherry tomatoes preferably firm and ripe
  • 12 small mozzarella balls fresh mini mozzarella or bocconcini, cut into tiny pieces if large
  • 6 basil leaves fresh basil for a greenish eye effect
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic glaze for drizzling to mimic bloodshot eyes

Equipment

  • Toothpicks or small skewers
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Small spoon or pipette for drizzling

Method
 

  1. Wash the cherry tomatoes and pat them dry thoroughly. Cut a small, shallow hole in the top of each tomato to create a socket for the mozzarella.
  2. Snap off tiny pieces of mozzarella and gently press one into each tomato socket, making it look like an eyeball with a white iris.
  3. Carefully fold or tear basil leaves into tiny strips that resemble bloodshot veins, and place a small piece on top of each mozzarella ball for added creepy effect.
  4. Arrange the finished eyeballs on a serving platter, spacing them evenly for visual impact.
  5. Using a small spoon or pipette, carefully drizzle the balsamic glaze over each eyeball to mimic bloodshot veins and add a spooky touch.
  6. Serve immediately, allowing guests to pick up the creepy little eyeballs and enjoy their fun, unsettling appearance.