Description
Festive cheese bites featuring red and green colors, perfect for holiday appetizers with a blend of creamy cheese and vibrant vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup finely chopped spinach
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped green onions for extra flavor
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
- Add the chopped red bell pepper, spinach, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cheese mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into small bite-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate the cheese bites for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Serve chilled on a platter for a festive holiday appetizer.
Notes
For a more vibrant color, use fresh red and green ingredients; store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Protein: 5g