One of the simplest and most delicious make-ahead appetizers for parties, these Brie, Prosciutto and Fruit Skewers are always a hit. They’re elegant, easy to assemble, and perfect for serving to a crowd.
Creamy brie, salty prosciutto, juicy grapes and tart green apple combine for a balanced bite that feels special but takes almost no time to prepare. These little skewers are a great way to offer a mix of flavors and textures without a lot of fuss.
Brie and Prosciutto Appetizer Skewers
These skewers are highly customizable and can be prepared in minutes. Making appetizers ahead of time is a party host’s best strategy — prep what you can beforehand so you can enjoy the event rather than spending it in the kitchen. Keep the assembled skewers chilled and arrange them on a pretty platter right before guests arrive.
Ingredients Needed
Find the full recipe and instructions at the end of the post. A quick list of core ingredients is below.
- Prosciutto
- Grapes
- Brie
- Arugula
- Green Apple
- Wooden Skewers (4″ or 5″)
You can easily swap the fruit or cured meat to suit your preferences. Some tasty alternatives:
- Raspberries or blueberries
- Fresh figs (in season)
- Cantaloupe or honeydew balls
- Salami instead of prosciutto
- Camembert instead of brie
The combination of sweet fruit, salty prosciutto and creamy brie is a classic for a reason — it always pleases a crowd.
These skewers are a go-to when you want a no-cook, elegant appetizer that looks like you spent more time on it than you did. Simple, pretty, and delicious.
How to Make Brie and Prosciutto Skewers
Below is a concise guide to assembling these appetizer skewers. Full recipe details are listed after this section.
Use 4″ or 5″ wooden skewers or cocktail toothpicks — they’re the ideal size for bite-sized appetizers.
- Skewer one grape at the bottom.
- Fold two arugula leaves (stems removed) and slide them on after the grape.
- Add a small piece of brie.
- Fold a cut piece of prosciutto back and forth and skewer it next.
- Finish with a small cube or slice of green apple.
That’s it — simple, fast, and elegant. Keep the skewers chilled until serving.
If you like, drizzle the finished skewers with a balsamic glaze or hot honey for extra flavor; they’re also fantastic served plain.
If you enjoy prosciutto appetizers, try more variations — different fruits, cheeses, or herbs can change the flavor profile while keeping things quick and pretty.
Recipe: Brie, Prosciutto and Fruit Skewers
Brie, Prosciutto and Fruit Skewers
Equipment
- 12 wooden cocktail toothpicks (4″ or 5″ works best)
Ingredients
- 8 ounces brie, cut into 12 small pieces
- 12 grapes
- 1/2 cup baby arugula, stems removed
- 6 slices prosciutto, cut into 12 small pieces
- 1/2 Granny Smith apple, cut into 12 small cubes
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (to prevent apple browning)
- Balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
- Hot honey (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Slice the brie into 12 small pieces.
- Slice the apple into 12 small cubes and dip quickly in lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Take a cocktail skewer and thread on one grape.
- Fold two arugula leaves and slide them onto the skewer after the grape.
- Add a piece of brie onto the skewer.
- Cut each prosciutto slice into two, fold each piece back and forth, and skewer it after the brie.
- Finish with a piece of green apple. Keep skewers chilled until ready to serve.
- Optional: drizzle with balsamic glaze or hot honey before serving.
Carbohydrates: 2 g
Protein: 5 g
Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Sodium: 146 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 2 g