Description
A selection of elegant appetizers perfect for a Christmas party.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup of finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup of crumbled bacon
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup of crushed crackers
- 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, bacon, garlic powder, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix until well blended and smooth.
- Form the mixture into small balls or logs.
- Roll each ball in crushed crackers to coat evenly.
- Chill the appetizers in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For variation, add diced jalapeños for heat.
- Serve with assorted crackers and vegetables for dipping.
- Plating can be enhanced with a drizzle of balsamic reduction.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 appetizer
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: christmas party appetizers, holiday snacks, festive finger foods