Delicious Fruit And Cheese Kabobs (Printable)
Refreshing skewers pairing fresh seasonal fruits with creamy cheese cubes, ideal for entertaining guests.
# 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 & Extras
08 - 12 wooden skewers
# Steps:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Hull strawberries and halve any large pieces. Ensure grapes are stemmed and pineapple chunks are patted dry.
02 - Cut both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into uniform 1-inch cubes. Keep cheeses chilled until assembly to maintain firm texture.
03 - Thread each wooden skewer with alternating fruits and cheese cubes. Create visual appeal by mixing colors—red grapes, green grapes, strawberries, pineapple, and varying cheese colors.
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.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- No cooking required which means your kitchen stays cool even on the hottest days
- These disappear from platters faster than you can say appetizer
02 -
- Cold cheese loses its flavor so let these sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving
- Thread the cheese pieces with the flatest side facing outward so the skewers look neat and professional
03 -
- Use two hands to thread the skewers one to hold the fruit steady and one to push through
- Leave a tiny bit of space between pieces so guests can actually bite through cleanly