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Close-up of 20-Minute Spooky Caprese Bites (Mozzarella “Eyeballs”) on skewers with olives, mozzarella, salami, and tomatoes.

20‑Minute Spooky Caprese Bites (Mozzarella “Eyeballs”)

Create fun, spooky Caprese bites for your Halloween party. These mozzarella "eyeballs" are quick to assemble and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the "Eyeballs"
  • 1 cup Mozzarella balls small
  • 2 tablespoons Kalamata olives finely chopped
For Assembly
  • 4 ounces Pepperoni stick cut into small pieces and thin slices
  • 1 Red bell pepper for decoration, sliced into small wedges

Equipment

  • Sharp knife
  • Skewers
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Use a sharp knife to cut small indents into the mozzarella balls. These will be where the olive "pupils" go.
  2. Finely chop the kalamata olives. Place a small amount of chopped olive into each indent on the mozzarella balls to create the "eyes."
  3. Cut the pepperoni stick into small pieces, about 3/4 inch long. Also, cut some thin slices or strips of pepperoni, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
  4. Slice the red bell pepper into small wedge-shaped pieces for decoration.
  5. Begin assembling the skewers. Thread a piece of red bell pepper, followed by a chunk of pepperoni, and then a mozzarella ball with its olive "eye." Add a thicker slice of pepperoni. For the base, place a few thin slices of pepperoni, followed by another mozzarella ball to help stabilize the skewer.
  6. Refrigerate the assembled skewers for about 15 minutes before serving them on a Halloween-themed platter.

Notes

These bites are naturally gluten-free and can be a hit with kids and adults alike. For a spicier kick, you can add dried chili peppers as part of the decoration.

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