Description
Cranberry cream cheese appetizer bites are festive, sweet and savory snacks made with tangy cranberry sauce and creamy cheese on a crisp cracker or pastry base — perfect for holidays and gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 24 mini phyllo shells or crackers
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary or thyme
- 1 tbsp chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1 tsp orange zest (optional)
Instructions
- If using phyllo shells, pre-bake them according to package directions and let cool.
- Fill each shell or cracker with about 1 teaspoon of cream cheese.
- Top with 1 teaspoon of cranberry sauce.
- Garnish with fresh rosemary or thyme, and sprinkle with nuts and orange zest if using.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use whipped cream cheese for a lighter texture and easier spreading.
- Can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Try with goat cheese for a tangier flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg