Christmas Appetizer Bites
Christmas Appetizer Bites are the perfect festive treat, combining flaky phyllo dough with a creamy, savory filling. These delicious morsels, filled with cream cheese, diced ham, fresh herbs, and shredded cheddar, create an explosion of flavors that will delight your guests during holiday gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, serve them warm for a satisfying snack that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 bites 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz phyllo dough
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup cooked ham (diced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh chives (finely chopped)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 tbsp butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the phyllo dough and cut it into squares measuring 4×4 inches. Layer two squares together for extra crunch.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, diced ham, cheddar cheese, parsley, and chives until well combined.
- Spoon one tablespoon of filling onto each phyllo square. Gather corners and pinch closed. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Brush lightly with melted butter and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm with optional dipping sauces like cranberry sauce or mustard.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg