Sink your teeth into these spooky and savory Garlic Bat Bites, the perfect appetizer for a Halloween party or any festive gathering! Made with flaky puff pastry and filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese, garlic, black olives, and Parmesan, these bite-sized treats are as delicious as they are adorable. Using a bat-shaped cookie cutter, the pastries are sealed to perfection, brushed with an egg wash for a golden crust, and baked to airy, flaky goodness. With just 25 minutes of prep time, these garlicky delights are quick to make and bursting with bold, cheesy flavor in every bite. Serve them warm to wow your guests and add a touch of whimsy to your spread! Keywords: Garlic Bat Bites, Halloween appetizers, puff pastry recipe, party snacks, savory bites.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, minced garlic, chopped black olives, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and creamy.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Use a bat-shaped cookie cutter to cut out bat shapes from the dough.
Place half of the bat-shaped cutouts on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon a small amount of the cheese mixture (approximately 1 teaspoon) onto the center of each cutout.
Carefully place another bat-shaped cutout on top of each filled one, pressing the edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of milk to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of the bat bites with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Remove the bat bites from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these garlicky bat bites as a fun appetizer or party treat!
Calories |
1264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 99.9 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.7 g | 218% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2401 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.2 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 377 mg | 8% | |
*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.