This is a rich, tasty treat which is a hit with slightly sophisticated or open-minded palates. I always have the ingredients on hand and it is quick. I think the next time I make them I may candy or spice the pecans a bit.
Cream Cheese-and-Olive Pecan Bites
Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Marian Cooper Cairns
These little cream cheese-filled pecan bites are the perfect combination of creamy and crunchy. You'll have a hard time stopping with just one bite.
Yield: Makes 40 appetizers
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Ingredients
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pimiento-stuffed Spanish olives
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 80 large toasted pecan halves
Preparation
- Stir together cream cheese, olives, chives, and pepper. Spread onto 40 large toasted pecan halves; top with 40 large toasted pecan halves, forming sandwiches.
Cream Cheese-and-Olive Pecan Bites Recipe at a Glance
- COURSE: Appetizers, Hors d'Oeuvres
- CONVENIENCE: Entertaining, Make-Ahead, 5 Ingredients or Less
- CUISINE: American
- MAIN INGREDIENT: Nuts
- PUBLICATION: Southern Living
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