When it comes to hosting a party or gathering with friends and family, serving a selection of delicious appetizers is a must. Among the countless options available, cheesy olive appetizers stand out as a versatile and crowd-pleasing choice. Their savory flavor, vibrant colors, and distinctive Mediterranean flair make them a perfect addition to any appetizer spread. Whether you prefer baked, fried, or skewered, there's a cheesy olive appetizer recipe that will satisfy every taste and dietary preference. In this article, we'll explore a range of the best cheesy olive appetizer recipes, from classic favorites to innovative creations, providing you with a collection of delectable options that are sure to impress your guests.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
FESTIVE OLIVE AND CHEESE APPETIZER
This easy-to-assemble appetizer platter makes for a beautiful display, and the rosemary smells amazing!
Provided by Jones
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Olives
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut rosemary sprigs and arrange into a 10-inch wreath. Start by placing 1 sprig at a 45-degree angle with the tip facing outwards. Continue adding sprigs in the same direction until you have formed a full circle.
- Arrange clusters of mozzarella balls, olives, and tomatoes over the rosemary. Serve with toothpicks on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Cholesterol 40.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 636.2 mg
BAKED CHEESE OLIVES
Rich cheese dough surrounds a savory olive. A great pick-up appetizer or snack. You can freeze the unbaked, dough-wrapped-olives and then bake them right out of the freezer, extending the baking time by a few minutes.
Provided by ANITAL
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Vegetable Olives
Time 30m
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a small mixing bowl, combine cheese and butter or margarine. Stir flour and cayenne pepper into the cheese and butter mixture. Blend well. Wrap a tablespoon of dough around each green olive. Arrange the wrapped olives on a cookie sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.7 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 316.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
CHEESY OLIVE APPETIZERS
These became popular in the '60's and are still good today. Bet you can't eat just one! Prep time includes 20 minutes of flash freezing.
Provided by Stewie
Categories Cheese
Time 55m
Yield 48 appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix together all the ingredients except the olives.
- It will be a thick mixture.
- Drain at least 48 stuffed green olives.
- Wrap approximately 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture around each olive, to completely cover it.
- Flash freeze covered olives at least 20 minutes.
- Store in a freezer bag until ready to serve.
- Bake on an ungreased cookie sheet at 400F for about 15 minutes.
CHEESE OLIVE APPETIZERS
Here's a quick way to dress up a hot roll mix. The tender crust smothered in a saucy cheese topping will make company think that you've fussed.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast from hot roll mix in warm water. Add the egg, butter, cheese and poppy seeds. Add flour from mix; blend well. Press into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Combine topping ingredients; spread over dough. , Bake at 400° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cut into squares; serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 546mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
HOT CHEESE OLIVES
This is classic 1950s cocktail fare that, unlike the savory gelées and boiled ham canapés that are best forgotten, we still want to eat today. Just wrap cocktail olives in a simple Cheddar dough and bake until golden. Martini optional.
Provided by Julia Reed
Categories finger foods, appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 50 hors d'oeuvres
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Beat the butter until creamy in a large mixing bowl, add the cheese and mix well. Stir in the flour, salt, cayenne and the Worcestershire and mix until smooth. Beat the egg with 2 tablespoons cold water. Add to the dough and mix just until incorporated. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Remove the dough and flatten out a piece about the size of a walnut into a thin round. Place an olive on top and shape it around the olive, pinching to repair any breaks. Place it on an ungreased cookie sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough and olives. Bake until the dough sets, about 15 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 54, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 55 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHEESY OLIVE SNACKS
"When guests stop by unexpectedly, this is an ideal recipe to whip up," assures Alma Hardy of Tulsa, Oklahoma. "The olives and onion provide a unique flavor. Many people have complimented me on it."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 10-12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the cheese, olives and onion. Spread over muffin halves. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHEESY OLIVE SNACKS
A super quick appetizer or sandwich for olive lovers. This takes about 10 minutes to throw together and 7 minutes to bake. The recipe is from TOH, my friends and family love it. Sometimes I like to toast English Muffins and serve this as a sandwich. You can substitute the olives to green and it is still delicious.
Provided by mums the word
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 17m
Yield 4 dozen, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium bowl combine all ingredients (except crackers/bagels).
- Mix well.
- Spread on crackers and place on ungreased baking sheet. If using bagels or English Muffins, toast them first to crisp them.
- Bake at 375 for 7 minutes or broil 2-3 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.9, Fat 14.3, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 29.7, Sodium 411.9, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.2, Protein 7
OLIVE & CHEESE APPETIZERS
This easy party appetizer takes just 15 minutes to prepare. Even your guests who don't like olives will think they're a hit!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Meal Recipes
Time 17m
Yield Makes 48 servings, 1 slice each.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat broiler to high. Mix mayo and garlic powder in small bowl. Stir in cheese, tomato and olives.
- Cut each bread loaf diagonally into 24 slices; place on baking sheet. Spread evenly with cheese mixture.
- Broil, 4 to 6 inches from heat, 2 min. or until cheese is melted. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g
Tips:
- For a crispier appetizer, use a combination of hard and soft cheeses.
- If you want a bolder flavor, use a stronger cheese like blue cheese or sharp cheddar.
- Be careful not to overcook the appetizers, as this will make them tough and chewy.
- Serve the appetizers immediately after they are cooked, as this will help them stay crispy.
- You can prepare the appetizers ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just be sure to reheat them before serving.
Conclusion:
Cheesy Olive Appetizers are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and crowd-pleasing appetizer that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack, give these Cheesy Olive Appetizers a try!
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