Flavor Infused Cream Cheese Nibbles
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly creamy and vibrant Flavor Infused Cream Cheese Nibbles. Perfectly seasoned with fresh chives, parsley, garlic powder, and a hint of zesty lemon, these bite-sized delights are then rolled in crushed walnuts or pecans for a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, these elegant nibbles are as easy to prepare as they are to devour. Serve them chilled alongside crackers or crisp, fresh vegetables for a crowd-pleasing snack or party starter that's sure to impress. Bursting with flavor and texture, these cream cheese bites are the ultimate blend of simplicity and sophistication!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tbsp fresh chives (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup crushed walnuts or pecans
- crackers or sliced vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chives, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly until the cream cheese is smooth and well-infused with the flavors.
Using a small scoop or spoon, portion out the cream cheese mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls.
Place the crushed walnuts or pecans on a plate and roll each cream cheese ball in the nuts until evenly coated.
Arrange the cream cheese nibbles on a serving platter. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and firm up the texture.
Serve chilled with crackers or fresh sliced vegetables of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1343 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 123.5 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.3 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1535 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.7 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 636 mg | 14% | |
*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.
