Cheese Olive Balls
Indulge in the irresistible combination of savory and cheesy with these bite-sized Cheese Olive Balls—perfect for parties, gatherings, or a quick snack. This crowd-pleasing appetizer features pimento-stuffed green olives enveloped in a rich dough made with sharp cheddar cheese, buttery goodness, and a hint of paprika and garlic powder for extra flavor. The dough wraps effortlessly around each olive, baking to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. These crispy, melt-in-your-mouth treats are easy to prepare, require minimal prep time, and offer a stunning presentation guaranteed to impress. Serve them warm or at room temperature and watch them disappear in minutes! Keywords: Cheese Olive Balls, easy appetizer, cheesy snacks, quick party recipes, olive appetizer recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
- 24 pieces pimento-stuffed green olives
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, softened butter, paprika, and garlic powder.
Use a fork or your hands to knead the mixture until it forms a smooth and pliable dough.
Drain the pimento-stuffed green olives and pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
Scoop a small portion of dough (about 1 teaspoon) and flatten it in the palm of your hand.
Place one olive in the center of the flattened dough and wrap the dough around the olive, sealing it completely.
Gently roll the wrapped olive between your palms to form a smooth ball.
Repeat the process with the remaining olives and dough.
Arrange the cheese olive balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each ball.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough is golden and slightly crisp.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy as a delightful appetizer or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.0 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.1 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 249 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 2267 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.3 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 893 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 294 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
