Peach-and-Blue Cheese Bites

Health score
1%
Peach-and-Blue Cheese Bites
10 min.
10
245kcal

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Are you looking to impress your guests with a delightful appetizer that combines sophistication with simplicity? Look no further than our Peach-and-Blue Cheese Bites! These elegant little tartlets are the perfect blend of sweet and savory, making them a fantastic addition to your next gathering or celebration.

Imagine biting into a delicate flaky tartlet shell that is filled with a luscious spoonful of peach fruit spread, complementing the bold and tangy notes of Gorgonzola cheese. The sweet and creamy flavors mingle beautifully, topped off with a crunchy sprinkle of roasted salted almonds that adds texture and depth. Each bite is an explosion of flavor, making them a crowd favorite.

Even better, these bites are ready in a flash—just 10 minutes from prep to plate! With this recipe, you can whip up 24 delicious tartlets to share with 10 of your friends or family members, all while keeping it light at just 245 calories per serving. And if you’re feeling adventurous, the recipe also offers creative alternatives like Ginger-Brie Bites and Spicy-Sweet Goat Cheese Bites, allowing you to customize the flavors to suit your taste preferences.

Whether you’re hosting a cocktail party, a holiday feast, or a simple get-together, these Peach-and-Blue Cheese Bites are sure to make a memorable impression. Get ready to dazzle everyone with this quick and delectable side dish!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons almonds salted chopped
  • ounces gorgonzola 
  • 0.5 cup strawberry jam 
  • 24  flaky tartlet shells 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Arrange Flaky Tartlet Shells on a baking sheet.
  3. Cut Gorgonzola cheese into 24 very small pieces. Spoon 1/4 rounded teaspoonful peach fruit spread into each shell; top with cheese.
  4. Sprinkle evenly with chopped roasted salted almonds.
  5. Bake tartlets at 350 for 5 to 6 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  6. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Smucker's Simply Fruit Peach
  7. Spreadable Fruit.
  8. Ginger-Brie Bites: Prepare Peach-and-Blue Cheese Bites as directed, substituting ginger preserves for peach fruit spread and 3 oz. Brie, rind removed, for Gorgonzola cheese.
  9. Pear-Havarti Bites: Prepare Peach-and-Blue Cheese Bites as directed, substituting pear preserves for peach fruit spread and 2 oz. Havarti cheese for Gorgonzola cheese.
  10. Spicy-Sweet Goat Cheese Bites: Prepare Peach-and-Blue Cheese Bites as directed, substituting red pepper jelly for peach fruit spread and 2 oz. goat cheese for Gorgonzola cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories245kcal
Protein8.43%
Fat47.24%
Carbs44.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.2
Glycemic Load
6.4
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.9395651765492%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.07mg
Catechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin
0.08mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:244.58kcal
12.23%
Fat:12.74g
19.59%
Saturated Fat:5.18g
32.36%
Carbohydrates:26.89g
8.96%
Net Carbohydrates:24.73g
8.99%
Sugar:10g
11.11%
Cholesterol:12.32mg
4.11%
Sodium:166.77mg
7.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.11g
10.22%
Iron:3.36mg
18.65%
Fiber:2.16g
8.65%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.35%
Calcium:41.41mg
4.14%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.05%
Phosphorus:39.6mg
3.96%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.79%
Magnesium:10.08mg
2.52%
Copper:0.05mg
2.51%
Selenium:1.29µg
1.84%
Vitamin C:1.5mg
1.81%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.7%
Potassium:49.6mg
1.42%
Folate:5.23µg
1.31%
Vitamin B5:0.12mg
1.16%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.15%
Source:My Recipes