Cheddar Cheese Apples

Health score
1%
Cheddar Cheese Apples
140 min.
24
148kcal

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Looking for a unique and delightful appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than our Cheddar Cheese Apples! This creative dish combines the rich, creamy flavor of cheddar cheese with the tangy zest of cream cheese and a hint of spice, making it a perfect starter for any gathering. With a preparation time of just 140 minutes, you can easily whip up these charming cheese balls that resemble apples, adding a playful touch to your antipasti spread.

Each cheese apple is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor, thanks to the addition of finely chopped onions, Worcestershire sauce, and a sprinkle of paprika. The use of cinnamon sticks and fresh sage leaves as stems adds an aromatic finish that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're hosting a festive party, a casual get-together, or simply looking for a delicious snack, these Cheddar Cheese Apples are sure to be a hit.

With 24 servings, this recipe is perfect for sharing, allowing everyone to enjoy a bite of this cheesy goodness. Plus, at just 148 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Serve them alongside an assortment of crackers for a delightful contrast in textures. Get ready to wow your friends and family with this fun and flavorful appetizer that’s as delicious as it is delightful!

Ingredients

  • 24 servings round buttery crackers assorted
  • ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground mustard 
  • tablespoons onion finely chopped
  • 24 servings paprika 
  • sticks sage fresh
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Beat cream cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce and mustard in large bowl until blended.
  2. Mix in Cheddar cheese. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm enough to shape.
  3. Divide cheese mixture in half. Shape 1 half into a ball on waxed paper.
  4. Sprinkle another piece of waxed paper with paprika.
  5. Roll cheese ball in paprika, coating thoroughly. Mold into apple shape. Repeat with remaining cheese mixture.
  6. To garnish, make small depression in stem ends of apples.
  7. Cut 2 small pieces from cinnamon stick. Insert cinnamon stick pieces for stems. Insert sage leaves.
  8. Serve cheese balls with crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories148kcal
Protein10.84%
Fat57.39%
Carbs31.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4
Glycemic Load
0.24
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
5.5456521828537%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:148.38kcal
7.42%
Fat:9.63g
14.82%
Saturated Fat:4.16g
26.01%
Carbohydrates:12g
4%
Net Carbohydrates:10.91g
3.97%
Sugar:1.87g
2.08%
Cholesterol:16.61mg
5.54%
Sodium:229.82mg
9.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.09g
8.19%
Vitamin A:1175.17IU
23.5%
Calcium:103.53mg
10.35%
Phosphorus:101.39mg
10.14%
Vitamin K:9.99µg
9.51%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.49%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.39%
Iron:1.18mg
6.55%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.16%
Selenium:4.19µg
5.99%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.5%
Vitamin B3:1mg
4.99%
Copper:0.09mg
4.54%
Fiber:1.08g
4.34%
Folate:15.33µg
3.83%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.8%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.2%
Magnesium:10.01mg
2.5%
Potassium:84.71mg
2.42%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.93%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.9%