Fall Savory Acorn Cheese Bites (Printable)

Bite-sized acorn-shaped cheese balls coated with pecans and fresh herbs, ideal for fall gatherings and entertaining.

# Components:

→ 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)

# Directions:

01 - Combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chives, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well incorporated.
02 - Scoop heaping teaspoons of the cheese mixture and roll them into small oval or acorn shapes using your hands.
03 - Roll the top half of each shaped cheese ball in chopped toasted pecans, pressing gently to adhere. Roll the bottom half in chopped parsley or dill.
04 - Insert a mini pretzel stick into the top of each cheese ball to mimic an acorn stem. Optionally, place a small rosemary leaf for added decoration.
05 - Arrange the acorn-shaped cheese bites on a serving platter and refrigerate for a minimum of 15 minutes to firm up and enhance texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bite-sized and easy to serve
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free options available
02 -
  • Contains dairy and tree nuts, allergens for some guests
  • Regular pretzel sticks contain gluten; use gluten-free pretzels for GF version
03 -
  • Use a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon to portion cheese mixture evenly
  • Chill cheese balls well before serving for best texture
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