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Halloween Caprese Salad with Spooky Mozzarella Skulls

A festive twist on the classic Caprese Salad! Fresh tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella are transformed into a spooky Halloween centerpiece with creepy-cute mozzarella skulls.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ripe tomatoes sliced
  • 12 fresh basil leaves
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella pressed into skull-shaped molds
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp balsamic glaze or reduction
  • pinch sea salt
  • pinch black pepper

Equipment

  • Skull-shaped silicone mold
  • Mixing bowls
  • Serving platter
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Press fresh mozzarella into a skull-shaped silicone mold and refrigerate for 30 minutes before unmolding.
  2. Slice tomatoes and arrange them on a serving platter.
  3. Layer fresh basil leaves over the tomatoes.
  4. Top each stack with a mozzarella skull.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze.
  6. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then serve.

Notes

Get creative by adding black olives as 'eyes' or using heirloom tomatoes for a colorful spooky effect.