Peach-and-Blue Cheese Bites

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

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Looking for a delightful appetizer that combines sweet and savory flavors in a bite-sized treat? Look no further than these Peach-and-Blue Cheese Bites! Perfect for gatherings, parties, or simply as a special snack, these tartlet shells are filled with a luscious peach fruit spread and topped with creamy Gorgonzola cheese, creating a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds.

In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these elegant bites that are sure to impress your guests. The crunchy texture of roasted almonds adds a delightful contrast to the smooth cheese and sweet peach, making each bite a delightful experience. With only 245 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

What’s more, this recipe is incredibly versatile. If you’re in the mood for something different, try the Ginger-Brie Bites or the Pear-Havarti Bites for a unique twist. Each variation offers its own distinct flavor profile, ensuring that there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to serve up a delicious side dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

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