Cheese Wrapped Olives Bollitas
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Cheese Wrapped Olives Bollitas, a bite-sized appetizer packed with bold flavors and a delightful texture. These golden, buttery balls feature tangy green olives nestled inside a tender cheddar cheese-infused pastry, elevated with a hint of paprika and optional cayenne for a subtle kick. Perfectly baked to achieve a light golden crust, these morsels are a crowd-pleaser for any gathering—whether served warm or at room temperature. Ready in just 35 minutes, these savory treats combine simplicity with sophistication, making them an ideal snack or party appetizer. Savor the allure of these cheese-wrapped delights, guaranteed to leave your guests craving more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Pitted green olives
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, shredded cheddar cheese, paprika, salt, and optional cayenne pepper.
Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the dry ingredients. Mix using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Knead the mixture into a cohesive dough. If it is too crumbly, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of cold water, a little at a time, until the dough holds together.
Take a small piece of dough and flatten it into a disk. Place one pitted olive in the center and wrap the dough around it, completely encasing the olive. Roll gently between your palms to form a smooth ball.
Repeat with the remaining dough and olives until all of them are wrapped.
Place the dough-wrapped olives on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced slightly apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese dough is lightly golden and firm to the touch.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the bollitas cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.0 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.8 g | 269% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 2280 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.7 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.9 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 830 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 279 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.
