Champagne Cork Cheese Bites

A festive, bite-sized appetizer featuring creamy cheeses, fresh herbs, and a touch of Champagne, shaped to resemble champagne corks>perfect for celebrations and parties.

Ingredients

• Cheeses: 200 g cream cheese, softened 100 g goat cheese, softened 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
• Flavorings: 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley 1 tbsp Champagne or sparkling wine ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper ¼ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp lemon zest Salt, to taste
• Coating: 75 g crushed toasted walnuts (or pecans) 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, chives, dill), mixed
• Decoration: 20 thin pretzel sticks or mini breadsticks

Instructions

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Step 1:

In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, goat cheese, and Parmesan. Beat until smooth and creamy.

Step 2:

Stir in chives, parsley, Champagne, black pepper, garlic powder, lemon zest, and salt. Mix thoroughly.

Step 3:

Chill the cheese mixture for 15–20 minutes to firm up, making shaping easier.

Step 4:

In a shallow dish, mix the crushed walnuts and chopped herbs for the coating.

Step 5:

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the chilled cheese mixture and shape each into a small cylinder, resembling a Champagne cork.

Step 6:

Roll each cheese ball in the walnut-herb coating to cover completely.

Step 7:

Insert a pretzel stick or mini breadstick vertically into the top of each cheese ball as the cork stem.

Step 8:

Arrange on a platter and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Create smooth frozen drinks, slushies, and frappés for desserts and parties using juices, coffee, or wine.

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Create smooth frozen drinks, slushies, and frappés for desserts and parties using juices, coffee, or wine.

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Required Tools

Mixing bowl Electric mixer or sturdy spoon Shallow dish (for coating) Measuring spoons Serving platter

Allergen Information

Contains: Milk, Tree Nuts (walnuts or pecans), Gluten (if using regular pretzel sticks or breadsticks) To make gluten free, use gluten free breadsticks/pretzels and check cheese labels. Always verify ingredient labels for potential allergens.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 85 Total Fat: 7 g Carbohydrates: 2 g Protein: 3 g

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Recipe FAQs

→ What types of cheese are used in these bites?

Cream cheese, goat cheese, and grated Parmesan combine to create a creamy, tangy base flavor.

→ Can I substitute the walnut coating?

Yes, crushed gluten-free crackers or toasted seeds work well as nut-free alternatives to the walnut coating.

→ How is the shape achieved?

The mixture is chilled to firm up, then rolled into small cylinders that resemble champagne corks.

→ What pairs well with these cheese bites?

Dry sparkling wines, such as Champagne or Prosecco, complement the flavors and enhance the festive experience.

→ Are these bites gluten-free?

They can be gluten-free if using gluten-free breadsticks or pretzels and verifying cheese labels.

→ How long does preparation take?

About 25 minutes, including chilling time to firm the mixture for shaping.