The holiday season is filled with so much joy. It is also filled with long to do lists. Between shopping for gifts and decorating the tree, who has time for complicated recipes? I know I certainly don’t. That’s why I’m always on the lookout for great Christmas Eve Appetizers that look festive but take almost no effort.
Let me introduce you to your new favorite holiday recipe. These antipasto skewers are a lifesaver. They are beautiful, tasty, and so simple to put together. You can arrange them in a wreath shape for a stunning presentation. This is one of those Christmas Appetizers Easy recipes that will impress your guests without any stress. You get all the credit with none of the hassle. Sounds good, right?
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Christmas Antipasto Skewers
These festive antipasto skewers are a holiday lifesaver! They are beautiful, tasty, and incredibly simple to assemble, making them a stress-free appetizer for any Christmas gathering. Arrange them in a wreath for a stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all your ingredients. Wash the cherry tomatoes and basil leaves. Drain the mozzarella, artichoke hearts, and olives.
- Thread the ingredients onto each skewer in an alternating pattern. A suggested order is a cherry tomato, a basil leaf, a mozzarella ball, a folded slice of salami, an artichoke heart half, and an olive.
- Continue until all ingredients are used and 12 skewers are assembled.
- Arrange the finished skewers on a serving platter. For a festive look, place them in a circle to form a wreath.
- Just before serving, drizzle lightly with balsamic glaze.
Notes
For a festive look, arrange the skewers in a circle on a round platter to resemble a holiday wreath.
You can prepare these skewers a few hours ahead of time. Just cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
Feel free to substitute ingredients based on your preference, such as different cheeses, olives, or cured meats.
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