Best 8 Cheese Pine Cones Recipes
Cheese pine cones are a delightful culinary creation characterized by their visually appealing shape and irresistible taste. Often served as an appetizer or snack, these edible treats derive their name from their resemblance to pine cones, featuring a crispy outer layer encasing a creamy and savory filling. Whether prepared using store-bought or homemade dough, filled with a variety of cheeses, herbs, and spices, or baked to crispy perfection, cheese pine cones are a versatile and delectable treat that can be enjoyed in various settings. Whether you're looking to impress guests at a party, add a touch of elegance to your next gathering, or simply satisfy your cravings for something unique and delicious, this guide will take you through the steps of creating the perfect cheese pine cones, ensuring a memorable and enjoyable culinary experience.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PINE CONE CHEESE BALL
Any cheese ball is a welcome addition to a holiday party spread, but when you bring one that looks like a pine cone, you're talking about a real showstopper.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Ball Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir cream cheese, goat cheese, parsley, tarragon, thyme, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until smooth and well-mixed.
- Turn cheese mixture out onto a serving platter and form into a tapered oval shape to resemble a pine cone.
- Starting at the tapered end, press almonds into the cheese cone so that the tip of the almond is facing out and down, and cheese cone is completely covered with almonds and resembles a pine cone. Place rosemary sprigs at the top to resemble pine needles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 36.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 129.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
PINECONE CHEESE SPREAD
Cute, right? Squirrel this recipe away for your next party: A creamy mix of five cheeses plus Dijon mustard and almond slices will have guests pining for more.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Nuts
Time 2h20m
Yield 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Process first 3 ingredients in food processor until blended. Stir in chiles.
- Shape into 4-inch oval on sheet of waxed paper to resemble pinecone. Insert nuts in rows to completely cover cream cheese mixture. Transfer to serving plate.
- Refrigerate 2 hours. Let stand at room temperature 15 min. before serving to soften slightly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.6106 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g
CHEESE SPREAD PINECONE
folks quickly cluster around this outdoorsy appetizer from Cindy Harrington of Euless, Texas. She turned her super cheese spread into a pinecone-using slice almonds, dill sprigs and a cinnamon stick!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 3-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and milk until smooth. Add the feta, mozzarella, onion and cayenne ; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., On a serving platter, form cheese mixture into a pinecone shape. Beginning at the narrow end, arrange almonds in overlapping rows. Add cinnamon stick and dill for the stem and pine needles. Serve with breadsticks, crackers and/or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 83mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CHEESE PINE CONES
Originally this was printed on a Hellman's label and I've had it for years and years. It's a fancy way to spreading the holiday cheese! Easy and I've spread the leftovers (minus the nuts) on bread and grilled it in the toaster oven for a different breakfast treat. Very good.
Provided by Gingerbee
Categories Spreads
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients.
- Chill.
- Shape on serving board to ressemble pine cone.
- Garnish with pecan nuts.
- Serve with assorted crackers.
PINECONE CHEESE BALL
I found this recipe in Kraft's 'What's Cooking' magazine. It is very impressive looking, so I decided I had to try it.
Provided by Jaime in Winnipeg
Categories Spreads
Time 3h
Yield 1 cheese ball, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, and Dijon mustard in a blender or food processor until well blended.
- Stir in green chilies.
- Place in freezer for 20 minutes so that it is easier to handle and shape.
- Remove from freezer and place on wax paper.
- Shape into what resembles a pinecone.
- Stick the almonds into the cheese ball in rows that completely cover the cheese ball.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Let the cheese ball stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
- Serve with crackers.
PINECONE-SHAPED BLUE CHEESE SPREAD
This savory pinecone is a blend of delicious cheeses and herbs. Topped with plenty of almonds, it makes an impressive and welcoming appetizer. -Kathy Johnson Council Bluffs, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 3-1/2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, cheese sauce and blue cheese until smooth. Stir in the onions, pimientos and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and refrigerate until firm. , On a serving platter, form cheese spread into a pinecone shape. Beginning at a narrow end, arrange almonds in rows. Garnish with rosemary if desired. Serve with crackers or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
CLASSIC PINECONE CHEDDAR CHEESE BALL
Here's our classic pinecone cheese ball-studded with toasted almonds, spiked with Dijon and chopped chiles and creamy with Cheddar and cream cheeses.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Meal Recipes
Time 2h20m
Yield 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Process first 3 ingredients in food processor until blended. Stir in chiles and cilantro.
- Shape into 4-inch oval on sheet of waxed paper to resemble pinecone. Insert nuts in rows to completely cover cream cheese mixture. Transfer to serving plate.
- Refrigerate 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g
PINE CONE CHEESE BALL
Any cheese ball is a welcome addition to a holiday party spread, but when you bring one that looks like a pine cone, you're talking about a real showstopper.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Cheese Balls
Time 30m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Stir cream cheese, goat cheese, parsley, tarragon, thyme, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until smooth and well-mixed.
- Turn cheese mixture out onto a serving platter and form into a tapered oval shape to resemble a pine cone.
- Starting at the tapered end, press almonds into the cheese cone so that the tip of the almond is facing out and down, and cheese cone is completely covered with almonds and resembles a pine cone. Place rosemary sprigs at the top to resemble pine needles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 36.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 129.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pine cone cheese.
- Toast the pine nuts before using them. This will bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
- Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your pine cone cheese a more complex flavor.
- Be patient when making pine cone cheese. It takes time for the cheese to set and develop its full flavor.
- Store your pine cone cheese in a cool, dark place. This will help it to keep its flavor and texture.
Conclusion:
Pine cone cheese is a delicious and unique appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, and it can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting snack, give pine cone cheese a try!
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