Delicious Fruit And Cheese Kabobs (Printable)
Refreshing appetizer pairing fresh grapes, strawberries, pineapple with cheddar and Monterey Jack cubes on skewers.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fresh 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 Selection
05 - 8 oz cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
06 - 8 oz Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
→ Assembly Essentials
07 - 12 wooden skewers
08 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves for garnish
# How to Make:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Hull strawberries and halve any large pieces. Ensure grapes are stemmed and pineapple chunks are bite-sized.
02 - Cut both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into uniform 1-inch cubes. Consistent sizing ensures even threading and attractive presentation.
03 - Thread each skewer with alternating fruits and cheese cubes, rotating colors and flavors for visual appeal. Leave slight space between pieces for easy handling.
04 - Arrange finished kabobs on a serving platter in a fan pattern or circular display. Scatter fresh mint leaves over the top for a pop of color and aroma.
05 - Serve chilled or at room temperature within 2 hours of assembly. For best texture and flavor, consume immediately while fruits remain crisp and cheese firm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Takes literally 15 minutes from start to finish with zero actual cooking required
- The sweet and savory combo works surprisingly well, especially at room temperature
02 -
- Cold cheese is so much easier to cube, so do not take it out until you are ready to cut
- Leave a tiny bit of space between items so people can actually bite through them cleanly
03 -
- Buy block cheese and cube it yourself because pre-cubed cheese has a weird texture and coating
- Thread the heavier cheese items near the center so the kabobs do not become top-heavy and tip over