About Peach Caprese
Did you know that we’re knee deep in peach season?
I certainly wasn’t aware, but the avalanche of amazing peach recipes in my Pinterest feed helped tip me off.
We’re being invaded by all things peach, and I’m pretty sure I’m okay with it.
I’ve talked a lot lately about being anxious for the fall months – and don’t get me wrong, I’m totally ready to welcome all things pumpkin with open arms – but even still, it wouldn’t be right not to take a little time to appreciate what’s great about summer before it’s gone.
Now that we’re in August, I’m sure there are plenty of others trying to grasp the last few straws of summer, especially since I nearly had to take someone out in Sprouts in order to secure the last few peaches they had in stock.
I clearly went home the victor in that face off, but word to the wise:
You need to be fast when a food blogger on a mission is around!
With the peaches secured, I knew exactly what I wanted to do with them, mainly because I wanted them right then and didn’t want to waste precious minutes cooking:
Serve those peaches up caprese style!
Because if peaches are the fruit of late summer then mozzarella and balsamic glaze are… oh, just the best combo ever. Period.
All. Year. Long.
But then again, caprese does pretty well with just about anything that grows in the warmer months, so I suppose that does award them some summer street cred.
The next time we host company at our house, I’ll definitely be making these again.
They’re the perfect combination of sweet (peaches), savory (mozzarella), and slightly sour (balsamic).
Great for snacking on while sitting outside in the fading summer light.
So what about you? How do you like to eat your peaches?
Tell me about it in the comments!
Recipe Details
Peach Caprese Appetizer
Ingredients
Instructions
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Cut each peach so that there are 4 pieces about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Tip: Start at the end of the peach and cut the slices. Gently cut around the pit of the peach, then use the knife as a wedge to detach the peach slice.
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Cut mozzarella ball into four even pieces. If you'd like the mozzarella to fit evenly within the peach slices, you may need to cut some excess off around the sides.
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Assemble by placing a slice of peach on the bottom, followed a slice of mozzarella, and capped with another slice of peach. Finish by placing two basil leaves on top. Drizzle with balsamic glaze. If using toothpicks, you may need to cut the toothpicks in half so that they're the proper height.
Looks so delicious! Great photos!
Thanks Kristen!
Love the combo of peaches and mozzarella. And the balsamic glaze is the icing on top. Delish!
Thanks Ali!
That looks amazing! I have an aged mango/passion fruit balsamic from the farmer’s market that would be so great with that combo. Thanks for the twist on my favorite appetizer:)
That balsamic sounds amazing! Perfect combo for this 😀
Peaches.. yum! It’s perfect for a party gathering. The pictures are amazing:) Pinning!
Thanks Ilona!
Hmm. I’ve tried peaches and cottage cheese before but never with any other kind of cheese. I may just have to try this.
We can trade – I’ll try the cottage cheese if you go for the mozzarella 😀
That’s an amazing food photography thing you’ve got going. Loved the appetizer! 🙂
Thank you Aishwarya!
I never thought of pairing mozzarella cheese with fresh peaches, but it looks amazing!
It’s amazing! Just as good as strawberries and mozzarella, too.
This recipe looks great! I would have never thought to use peach slices as the “bread” for a caprese sandwich. I haven’t tried peaches with these other ingredients before, but your photos make we eant to try it for sure!
Thanks Brittany! I hope you like it if you try it 😀
Mmmm…this looks so scrumptious! What beautiful photos. Your Peach Caprese Appetizer is so easy to make but has a stylish gourmet touch. And I completely agree about stopping to enjoy the pleasures of the summer season right now while it’s still here rather than beginning the focus on pumpkins and fall. 🙂
Thanks Denay!
oh my gosh, what an awesome idea! This looks so good!
Thank you Lauren!
I have a balsamic/peach salad on my blog today too–I think balsamic and peaches is a match made in heaven! I want to try your dish with some of the really aged Balsamic I brought home from Italy!
Oh, that balsamic sounds divine. Sounds like I need to up my balsamic game!
This looks like perfect appetizer! Beautiful pictures!
Thank you Florian!
One of my very favorites with such a fun twist!! I’ve been going through peaches like crazy lately, I can’t wait to try this one!
Tis the season for peaches 😀 Thanks Becky!
What a gorgeous and classy appetizer. My mother in law gave me some fresh peaches just the other day, I’ll have to put these on my list. I do love anything with balsamic vinegar.
Oo, fresh peaches – I’m jealous! If you make it, I hope it turns out great 😀
This sounds fantastic! What a great dinner or dessert!
Thanks Leah!
I love the idea of this! What a great appetizer OR dessert!
I think I’d have it for both!
I love caprese anything! Mozarella can never do any wrong. I definitely am craving a couple of these peach caprese right now.. they look like the perfect little bites.
Thank you Thalia!
Looks like heaven!! Can’t wait to bust these out at the next summer potluck — they look gourmet yet are so simple.
Thanks Chelsea!
What a gorgeous appetizer!
Thank you Lauren!
I wish I had seen this before going to the farmer’s market… Making these next week for sure!
These sound perfect for a dinner I’m hosting this weekend! Pinned. Found you at #OMHGWW
Loving this delicious perfect bite, what a treat! Thanks again for stopping by and sharing your amazing recipe at #TryaBiteTuesday! Hope to see you back again – giving you lots of loves and shares today.
What a great combination of flavors. Pinned! Thanks for sharing at the Weekend Blog Hop at My Flagstaff Home!
Jennifer
Oh what a brilliant idea!! This would make the perfect party food! Thank so much for linking up with our Fabulous Foodie Fridays party!
This meets all my criteria for awesome starters. Easy. Pretty. No bread. Love them. Thanks for linking up at #SaucySaturdays.
I wish it was peach season here! I love peaches they are my favourite fruit ever. Your photos are stunning and I just want to eat one of those creamy peachy goodnessess right now
The peaches have been especially delectable this year. Thanks for sharing with the #homemattersparty. We have the most creative guests this week!
We are enjoying our fair share of peaches right now! I would never have come up with the idea to use them in a caprese style appetizer – gotta give this one a try and pinning to my peach board!
This looks amazing!! I love that you used peaches instead of tomatoes! YUM!!
Thank you so much for sharing this with us at #SaucySaturdays!
Thanks for stopping by Dini! 😀
Congratulations, Chrisy! You’re being featured at the Weekend Blog Hop at My Flagstaff Home. Stop on by on Thursday evening (myflagstaffhome.com).
Jennifer
I just stopped by and saw! Thank you Jennifer!
I love this refreshing take on a classic. Just off to buy some peaches before they dry up for another year…
I know right? All the good ones will be gone soon! I already need to make this again.
Yummy! Looks delicious. Thank you for sharing at Merry Monday!
Thanks for stopping by Amanda!
Ohhhh so juicy and refreshing! Definitely want to try this! Thank you so much for sharing with us at the Inspire Me Mondays Link-Up!
No problem Bridget! Thanks for hosting and thanks for stopping by!
Congratulations!
Your recipe is featured at Full Plate Thursday this week. Hope you are having a wonderful day and enjoy your new Red Plate!
Come Back Soon,
Miz Helen
Awesome, thank you so much Helen!
I’m loving this – I would have never thought to put all those ingredients together. Yum!
Thanks Carole! It’s unique but tastes amazing 😀 Strawberries are good caprese style, too.
They look so amazing!!
I’m just stopping by to let you know that your peach appetizer will be featured at our party tonight at 7 pm! Woo Hoo! We appreciate you bringing such amazing things to our party. I hope to see you tonight. Lou Lou Girls