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Halloween Eyeball Caprese Bites

These Halloween Eyeball Caprese Bites are fun, bite-sized appetizers featuring creamy mozzarella balls topped with basil and detailed with tiny pomegranate seeds to resemble eyeballs. The dish involves simple assembly, combining fresh ingredients for a playful, visually striking presentation that combines creamy, tangy, and fresh flavors with a firm yet tender texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 pieces mozzarella balls preferably small, for eyeball shape
  • 12 leaves fresh basil small-sized leaves for caps
  • 12 pieces pomegranate seeds for the eyeball pupils
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze to mimic the bloodshot or dark circle on eyeballs

Equipment

  • Small spoon or toothpick
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Place mozzarella balls on your serving platter, spacing them evenly for a uniform look.
  2. Using a small spoon or toothpick, carefully make a small indent on the top of each mozzarella ball to create a tiny cavity for the basil leaf.
  3. Tuck a small basil leaf into each cavity, pressing gently so it rests securely on top of the cheese.
  4. Set a pomegranate seed in the center of each basil leaf to resemble the pupil of an eyeball, pressing it gently into the basil and mozzarella.
  5. Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over each eyeball, focusing on creating a nice dark ring around the 'pupil' for a creepy effect.
  6. Optionally, add a few extra pomegranate seeds around for a more realistic, gore-like appearance, or leave as-is for a cleaner look.
  7. Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly to keep the mozzarella firm and chilled until your party starts.

Notes

Keep mozzarella balls chilled before assembly for easy handling. Be gentle when inserting basil and pomegranate to keep the aesthetic clean. Use the balsamic glaze sparingly to prevent overpowering the delicate flavors.