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February 24, 2021 · 4 Comments

Cherry Tomato Mozzarella Bites

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Cherry Tomatoes stuffed with pearl sized Mozzarella cheese and fresh basil.
Cherry tomatoes stuffed with fresh mozzarella cheese and basil; then drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Cherry tomatoes stuffed with fresh Mozzarella cheese and basil; then drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

A vase filled with pink flowers on a table and Cherry Tomato Bites

A vase filled with tulips on a table and Caprese Cherry Tomatoes

With tomato season coming to an end, you're probably wondering what to do with all of those cherry tomatoes? These Cherry Tomato Bites make the perfect bite sized appetizer or after school snack. 

I just love the classic flavors of tomato, basil and Mozzarella cheese don't you?

Cherry Tomato Bites

How do you make Cherry tomato Mozzarella Bites?

For this recipe, you'll need cherry tomatoes, mini Mozzarella pearls, fresh basil, balsamic vinegar and EVOO. These "pearls" as they're called are tiny, round balls of Mozzarella you find in your grocers refrigerated cheese section.

Since you're going to be stuffing them inside of your tomatoes, they're the perfect size. You could also use Cigliene Mozzarella and cut them in half to fit as well. 

A vase of flowers on a table with Cherry Tomato Bites on a plate

Start by cutting the top off of each tomato; then hollow out the inside using a small, sharp knife. Place a Mozzarella pearl inside the tomato; then add a little chopped fresh basil and place on a serving dish. 

When you're ready to serve, drizzle balsamic vinegar and EVOO on top; then season with salt and pepper. I don't know about you, but I could probably eat a dozen of these Cherry Tomato Mozzarella Bites myself, they're so good! ~Enjoy!

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Cherry Tomato Bites

Cherry Tomato Bites

Carrie's Experimental Kitchen
Cherry tomatoes stuffed with fresh mozzarella cheese and basil; then drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Servings 12
Calories 86 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 12 Cherry Tomatoes
  • 12 Fresh Mozzarella Pearls
  • 6 Fresh Basil Leaves
  • ½ tbsp. Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • ¼ tsp. Kosher Salt
  • ā…› tsp. Black Pepper

Instructions
 

  • Cut the tops off of each tomato and hollow out the inside using a small, sharp knife. 
  • Place a Mozzarella pearl inside each tomato.Ā 
  • Chop the fresh basil and add a little to each tomato and place on a serving dish. When ready to serve, sprinkle the top with salt and pepper, then drizzle the vinegar and olive oil on top. 

Nutrition

Calories: 86kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 62mgPotassium: 39mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 94IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 104mgIron: 0.1mg
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Cherry tomatoes stuffed with fresh mozzarella cheese and basil; then drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
 

 

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*Originally shared April 2012/Updated February 2021

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Comments

  1. Cindy Hunwhatsfordinner says

    April 15, 2012 at 9:01 pm

    Mmmm, just like bite size caprese salad!! Awesome

    Reply
  2. farida says

    April 16, 2012 at 2:08 am

    I love tomato and thta looks so wonderful recipe, thanks for share i will try it soon.

    farida
    http://fbfresh.blogspot.com

    Reply
  3. My Daily Jenn-ism says

    April 15, 2012 at 11:06 pm

    I made this for Easter. BIG hit with my family!!

    Reply
  4. Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says

    April 16, 2012 at 5:53 pm

    Thank you all for stopping by. They were so easy and look so nice!

    Reply

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