Best 6 Stuffed Celery Bites Italian Style Recipes

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Stuffed celery bites are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that adds a touch of Italian flair to any gathering. They are perfect for parties, picnics, or as a healthy snack. The combination of celery, cream cheese, walnuts, and spices creates a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can whip up these delicious stuffed celery bites that are sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

STUFFED CELERY BITES (ITALIAN STYLE)



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A tasty twist on a favorite appetizer. Enjoy! For easiest preparation, spread the cream cheese mixture in the celery first, then slice into 2-inch pieces.

Provided by Debloves2cook

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

nonstick cooking spray
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 garlic clove, minced
8 stalks celery
1 (8 ounce) container cream cheese (or cream cheese with sun-dried tomatoes)
1/4 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
2 tablespoons dry roasted sunflower seeds
celery leaves (optional)

Steps:

  • Lightly coat a skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add pine nuts and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes or until nuts are golden brown, stirring frequently. Set aside.
  • Remove tops and wide base from celery stalks.
  • In a small bowl stir together the creeam cheese and Italian cheese blend. Spread or spoon cheese mixture into celery.
  • Cut each filled stalk of celery into 2-inch pieces.
  • Sprinkle half the pieces with the pine nut mixture and half with the sunflower seeds.
  • If desired, top with celery leaves.

STUFFED CELERY WITH OLIVES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons finely chopped pimiento-stuffed olives
3 tablespoons finely chopped pitted kalamata olives
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
8 stalks celery, cut into 2-inch pieces
Sweet paprika, for dusting

Steps:

  • Beat the cream cheese and heavy cream in a large bowl with a mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Fold in the olives, chives, lemon zest, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  • Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe into the celery, then dust with paprika.

STUFFED CELERY BITES RECIPE - (3.7/5)



Stuffed Celery Bites Recipe - (3.7/5) image

Provided by KDCooks

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons pine nuts
1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 stalks celery
1 clove garlic, minced
Celery leaves (optional)
Nonstick cooking spray
1 8-ounce tub cream cheese with dried tomato or cream cheese

Steps:

  • Mix all cheese, garlic and cream cheese together. Spread mixture into celery stalks; top with pine nuts and celery leaves. Then slice stalks diagonally into 2 inch bites.

STUFFED CELERY BITES



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This is from Easy Everyday Low Carb. Spread the cream cheese before cutting into bites. This can be made 4 hours in advance. Add nuts just before serving.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 garlic clove, minced
8 stalks celery
1 (8 ounce) container sun-dried tomato cream cheese
1/4 cup Italian cheese blend, shredded
2 tablespoons shelled dry roasted sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Lightly coat a skillet with cooking spray. Add pine nuts and garlic.
  • Cook over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until nuts are golden brown; set aside.
  • Remove tops and wide base from celery.
  • Using a vegetable peeler, remove two thin strips from the rounded side of the celery, creating a flat surface.
  • In a small bowl combine the cream cheese and the shredded cheese.
  • Spread or spoon cheese mixture into celery.
  • Cut each filled stalk into 2 inch pieces.
  • Sprinkle half the pieces with the pine nut mixture and half with the sunflower seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 32, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 32.2, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1

SAVORY STUFFED CELERY BITES



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Stuffed celery, it's easy to make and kids love it. My Great Grandma always made this, and my cousins and I used to fight over the last piece. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch celery
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
¼ cup chopped walnuts
20 each small green olives
2 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the olives. Separate and wash celery stalks. Cut stalks into bite sized pieces.
  • Mix the cream cheese and sour cream together. Stir in the walnuts and chopped olives. Spread filling onto the celery pieces. It's also good on crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 25.9 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 298.7 mg, Sugar 1 g

SAVORY STUFFED CELERY BITES



Savory Stuffed Celery Bites image

Stuffed celery, it's easy to make and kids love it. My Great Grandma always made this, and my cousins and I used to fight over the last piece. Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch celery
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
¼ cup chopped walnuts
20 each small green olives
2 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the olives. Separate and wash celery stalks. Cut stalks into bite sized pieces.
  • Mix the cream cheese and sour cream together. Stir in the walnuts and chopped olives. Spread filling onto the celery pieces. It's also good on crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 25.9 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 298.7 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier filling, use a combination of cream cheese and sour cream.
  • If you don't have any celery leaves, you can use finely chopped parsley or chives.
  • For a more flavorful filling, add a pinch of garlic powder or onion powder.
  • If you're making these appetizers ahead of time, store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

These stuffed celery bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They're made with fresh celery, a creamy filling, and your favorite toppings. You can customize them to your liking by using different types of cheese, nuts, and herbs. These bites are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables!

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