Acorn Shaped Cheese Bites (Printable)

Bite-sized cheese delights shaped like acorns, coated with nuts and herbs for savory autumn snacking.

# Ingredient list:

→ Cheese Mixture

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
03 - 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
04 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
05 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
06 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - Pinch of salt

→ Coating and Decoration

09 - 1/2 cup finely chopped toasted pecans
10 - 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley or fresh dill
11 - 24 mini pretzel sticks
12 - 24 small rosemary leaves (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine cream cheese, cheddar, chives, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
02 - Scoop heaping teaspoons of the cheese mixture and shape each into small oval or acorn forms using your hands.
03 - Press the top half of each shaped cheese ball into the chopped pecans and the bottom half into parsley or dill to create a contrasting coating.
04 - Insert a mini pretzel stick into the top of each cheese ball to mimic an acorn stem. Optionally, add a rosemary leaf alongside for decoration.
05 - Arrange the acorn-shaped bites on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up before serving.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Perfect for autumn gatherings
  • Festive and bite-sized appetizers
02 -
  • Contains dairy and tree nuts.
  • Use gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free option.
03 -
  • Chill cheese balls before coating for easier handling.
  • Use small pretzel sticks to mimic acorn stems accurately.
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