Cheese and Grape Skewers

A simple and elegant snack featuring alternating cubes of cheese and juicy grapes, perfect for parties or quick bites.

This is a favorite at our family gatherings for its ease and crowd-pleasing taste.

Ingredients

• Cheese: 150 g mild cheddar cheese cut into 1.5 cm cubes 150 g gouda cheese cut into 1.5 cm cubes
• Fruit: 200 g seedless red grapes washed and dried
• Optional Garnish: Fresh mint leaves (for serving)

Instructions

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Prepare Cheese:

Cut cheeses into evenly sized cubes

Prepare Grapes:

Wash and thoroughly dry grapes

Assemble Skewers:

Thread a cube of cheddar followed by a grape then a cube of gouda and another grape onto each skewer Repeat until all ingredients used ending with either cheese or grape as desired

Serve:

Arrange skewers on serving platter Garnish with mint leaves if using Serve immediately or chill until ready

Collect vegetable peels, food scraps, and trimmings while cooking to keep your kitchen clean and organized.

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Collect vegetable peels, food scraps, and trimmings while cooking to keep your kitchen clean and organized.

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Our family loves customizing these skewers especially during summer picnics.

Required Tools

Sharp knife Cutting board Small wooden skewers or cocktail sticks Serving platter

Allergen Information

Contains milk (cheese) Check cheese labels if concerned about rennet or additives

Nutritional Information

Calories 175 Total Fat 11 g Carbohydrates 9 g Protein 10 g per serving

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Enjoy this elegant snack that combines sweet and savory flavors with minimal effort

Recipe Questions & Answers

→ What types of cheese work best for these skewers?

Mild cheddar and gouda provide creamy textures and mild flavors that complement the grapes well, but Emmental or Monterey Jack can also be used for variation.

→ Can I prepare these skewers in advance?

Yes, they can be assembled a few hours ahead and refrigerated to maintain freshness before serving.

→ What is a good alternative to red grapes?

Green grapes offer a nice color contrast and similar sweetness, making them a suitable alternative.

→ How can I add a sweet-salty twist to the skewers?

Drizzling light honey over the assembled skewers before serving enhances the sweet and savory balance.

→ What tools are needed for assembly?

A sharp knife for cubing cheese, a cutting board, small wooden skewers or cocktail sticks, and a serving platter are all you need.