Fall savory acorn cheese bites (Printable Version)

Charming acorn-shaped cheese bites coated with nuts and herbs for festive autumn entertaining.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese Mixture

01 - 8 ounces 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 & 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 - In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, cheddar, chives, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth and well incorporated.
02 - Scoop heaping teaspoons of the mixture and shape each into a small oval or acorn form using your hands.
03 - Roll the top half of each shaped cheese ball in toasted pecans, pressing gently to adhere; roll the bottom half in chopped parsley or dill for contrast.
04 - Insert a mini pretzel stick into the top of each cheese ball to mimic an acorn stem, adding a rosemary leaf if desired.
05 - Arrange the acorn-shaped cheese balls on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to enhance texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bite-sized and charming presentation
  • Vegetarian and Gluten-Free options available
02 -
  • Contains dairy and tree nuts
  • Use gluten-free pretzels to keep it gluten-free
03 -
  • Chill cheese balls well for easier handling
  • Press coatings gently for the best presentation
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