Description
Easy and elegant party appetizers that impress without the fuss.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced green onions
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 package of crackers
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, bell peppers, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or use a cookie scoop for even portions.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve with crackers on a decorative platter.
Notes
- For variations, consider adding cooked bacon bits or herbs like dill or parsley.
- These can be made a day in advance and baked just before your event.
- Adjust the spice level by adding jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 appetizer
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: party appetizers easy