Fall Savory Acorn Cheese Bites (Printable Version)

Bite-sized acorn-shaped cheese balls with nut and herb coatings, ideal for fall entertaining.

# What You Need:

→ 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 & 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 homogeneous.
02 - Scoop heaping teaspoons of the mixture and mold into small oval or acorn shapes using your hands.
03 - Press the top half of each shaped ball into chopped pecans and the bottom half into parsley or dill to create contrast.
04 - Insert a mini pretzel stick into the top of each cheese ball to mimic an acorn stem and optionally top with a small rosemary leaf.
05 - Place the acorn-shaped bites on a serving platter and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to firm up.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for autumn gatherings
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free options available
02 -
  • Contains dairy and tree nuts
  • Use gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free option
03 -
  • Chill the cheese balls to firm up for easier handling
  • Use fresh herbs to enhance aroma and flavor
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