Fruit And Cheese Kabobs (Printable Version)
Refreshing skewers with fresh grapes, strawberries, pineapple and cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese. Quick 15-minute party appetizer.
# 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
→ Extras
07 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
08 - 12 wooden skewers
# Directions:
01 - Wash and dry all fruits thoroughly. Hull strawberries and cut in half if large. Leave grapes whole and ensure pineapple chunks are bite-sized.
02 - Cut both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses into uniform 1-inch cubes. Keep cheese chilled until assembly to maintain clean cuts.
03 - Thread each wooden skewer with alternating fruits and cheese cubes. Vary the pattern and colors—start with grape, then strawberry, cheese cube, pineapple, and repeat. Leave space at ends for easy handling.
04 - Arrange finished kabobs on a serving platter. Scatter fresh mint leaves over the top for color and aroma if desired.
05 - Serve immediately chilled or at room temperature. Best enjoyed within 2 hours of assembly for optimal freshness and texture.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- These come together in literally 15 minutes with zero cooking required
- The sweet and salty combo hits every craving while looking gorgeous on any platter
- Everyone can customize their own perfect skewer combination
02 -
- Dry your fruit completely after washing so the cheese doesn't get soggy
- Room temperature cheese cuts more cleanly than cold from the fridge
- These are best assembled within an hour of serving, though prep can be done ahead
03 -
- Soak wooden skewers for 10 minutes to prevent splintering
- Uniform sizing makes these easier to eat and more photogenic