Prize Winning Chile Cheese Appetizers
Get ready to wow your guests with these *Prize Winning Chile Cheese Appetizers*—a perfect blend of flaky, buttery pastry and a crave-worthy, zesty filling. Packed with sharp cheddar cheese, creamy tangy cream cheese, and a kick of green chiles, these bite-sized delights are bursting with flavor in every cheesy, spicy bite. The homemade dough, infused with rich butter and rolled to perfection, envelops the filling for a beautiful golden brown finish. These easy-to-make handheld treats are ideal for game days, holiday parties, or any festive gathering. With a quick 15-minute prep and versatile serving options, you can enjoy them warm from the oven or at room temperature. Serve these irresistible appetizers as finger food or alongside your favorite dips for a savory snack that’s sure to win over any crowd!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces Canned green chiles
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the egg to the flour-butter mixture and mix until a dough forms. If the dough seems too dry, add a teaspoon of water at a time until it holds together. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 10 minutes.
While the dough chills, prepare the filling. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, drained green chiles, black pepper, and a pinch of salt until smooth and well-blended.
Once the dough is chilled, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut the dough into 3-inch circles using a biscuit cutter or the rim of a glass.
Place a small spoonful (about 1 teaspoon) of the chile cheese filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative finish.
Arrange the filled appetizers on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between them.
Bake the appetizers in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1822 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.7 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.9 g | 374% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 587 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 3153 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.9 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 56.0 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 994 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 490 mg | 10% | |
*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.
