Peach season is upon us!
And with that, party season too.
If you’re in need of a no-fuss hors d’oeuvre this summer, you came to the right place.
You know when you pass the peaches in the store and the sweet fragrance brings you back to grab a few?  Don’t deny the urge.  You’re going to need a few peaches for this Bite-Sized Peach Caprese Salad Recipe.
We’ve all seen a traditional tomato-mozzarella salad.  All the things you love about that salad are included in this summer-y creation: creamy mozzarella, bright basil, and tangy balsamic.
However, this peach version simply epitomizes summer living.
Turning caprese salad into a finger-food by putting it on a stick is just the icing on the cake. Â Who doesn’t love finger food?Â
I finished it with this fig balsamic reduction, which just sealed the deal.  A reduction is best to use here because due to it’s density (read: it’s less messy).  Reductions are also a bit sweeter, which I think plays well with the peach.
Pro Tip: For the mozzarella, I used the cherry-sized mozzarella balls found in the fancy cheese section.  You can find huge balls (that’s what she said), but I found that using the smaller size made it easier to skewer.  Whatever you do, doing the the ones packaged in oil.  That goes from finger food to drippy, hot mess.
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Bite-Sized Peach Caprese Salad Recipe
- 2-3 medium peaches, peeled and cubed
- Fresh basil leaves
- 4 oz Cherry-sized (ciliegine) mozzarella
- Balsamic reduction (I used this Fig Balsamic)
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Spear the basil, mozzarella, and peach on to a 4-inch-long skewer or toothpick. Â Repeat until you’re out of peach cubes.
Drizzle with balsamic reduction, to taste.  Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Makes about 16 skewers.
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While we’re bastardizing Italian dishes, peaches are also marvelous with prosciutto. 😉
Have you ever had a peach caprese salad?
What’s your favorite finger food?
I’m also really excited to be participating in my very first Recipe ReDux! Â Check out my fellow ReDux member’s Small Plate creations below.
I have never had a peach caprese salad but this looks amazing! just pinned it to make later this week. Perfect timing since i just picked up some peaches at the farmers market this morning.
Thank you! I’d love to hear what you think if you do try it!
Great idea to swap the tomato for peach – looks lovely and very summery!
Gorgeous! I have a full-sized salad like this on my blog using grilled peaches!
Grilled peaches are really good – I did the same a few years ago. It’s great with watermelon too.
I would probably eat the entire plate of these! <3 They look so good!
Gorgeous! These sound so delicious!
Thanks so much! They were great for our first party. 🙂
I’m southern, so you know I love my peaches!:) The canned kind were my favorite as a kid (I know!), but now I actually love them frozen and blended with Greek yogurt or almond milk in a smoothie. Pretty recipe!:)
I always mean to put them in a smoothie, but they never stick around that long! 🙂
I love peach caprese salad! And I don’t even really care for cheese (but I do love a good mozz). And yes to fig balsamic together WFM used to make a great fig balsamic dressing, which I am out of and it is tragic.
I miss my southern peach season. SO MUCH
Ah, Whole Foods… the place when all awesomeness exists.
I made my first caprese salad with peaches about 18 months ago, and I’ve never looked back. I think I had one every day that I lived in Italy!
And I shall do the same Sept 28th-Oct 13th. 🙂
I definitely buy fruit by smell. If I can smell it, I buy it. It’s like you know me!
Food, wine… it’s all in the nose!
Sounds really refreshing.
Perfect for a hot summer day picnic outdoors.
ooh I love peaches but have not paired them with mozzarella they look amazing!
This is so creative! I’ve never had these before, but they are such a great idea for a summer bbq appetizer. My favorite finger food is probably French fries!
This is such a lovely & creative combo, can’t wait to try it!!!
Thank you! I’d love to hear what you think. 🙂
this is so up my alley!! love the combo. Will nectarines work? um yes.. gotta try!
Definitely! Please take prettier pics than I did if you do try it. LOL!
these loook fabulous! i love peaches!
A refreshing twist on caprese.
Absolutely love this twist on the classic!
Oooh I love this fruity twist on a classic appetizer! I just ate my very first peach of the season today actually. Love em!
Thanks! Are there peaches in Mexico???
Peaches and mozzarella? I should have thought of that. Yum.
Such a pretty salad idea for Summer! Peaches and Mozarella!
This looks absolutely fabulous! I love peaches and this is perfect for summer entertaining. The basil not only tastes and smells good but makes it even more aesthetically appealing with that drizzle!
Confession: I took a round pf pics before deciding to add the drizzle because they looked too plain. LOL!
SOLD! This looks awesome!
Wo00o0o0o0o0o0ow!!!!
what!? I’ve never thought of this before. I need this. Now.
Yum! I’ve had peach caprese on the brain all week, so this is very timely. I know I’m probably not supposed to say this because I’m a dietitian and all, but my favorite way to enjoy this combo is with some prosciutto in the mix—it’s especially awesome over an arugula salad. All things in moderation…
Prosciutto is the BEST! I think you can say that as a dietitian. It like bacon… you really only ned one piece because it’s so flavorful.
I can’t get over how colorful these little bites are- I LOVE IT! I’d never think to do caprese with peaches but wow I think I may just have to make these over the weekend!
Thank you so much! I’d love to hear what you think if you do try it! 🙂
All of these ingredients sound amazing together – I love fruit with mozzerella cheese and a nice balsamic reduction. And you thought of basil too. Wow, this would also be an incredible cocktail 😉
I think you’re on to something with that cocktail…
LOVE caprese, but never thought to do it with peaches instead of tomatoes. Genius
Yay for peach season! I can’t believe I’ve never paired it with these ingredients before, but it sounds really summery and fresh.