Olive Cheese Balls

Crispy, buttery, and bursting with cheesy goodness, these Olive Cheese Balls are the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer. Featuring green olives wrapped in a rich dough made with sharp cheddar cheese, softened butter, and a hint of cayenne pepper for subtle heat, these bite-sized snacks come together in just 35 minutes. Each savory morsel is baked to golden perfection and can be garnished with a sprinkle of paprika for an eye-catching finish. Perfect for holiday parties, game days, or casual gatherings, these cheesy olive bites offer a delicious medley of flavors and textures that will leave your guests raving. Serve them warm for the best experience! Keywords: olive cheese balls recipe, cheesy appetizers, baked olive snacks, easy party bites.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 24 pieces Green olives (pitted)
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.125 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and softened unsalted butter until well blended.

Step 3

Add the all-purpose flour and cayenne pepper (if using) to the mixing bowl. Mix until it forms a soft dough. If the dough feels too dry, you can add 1 teaspoon of water at a time until it comes together.

Step 4

Take a small piece of dough (about 1 tablespoon) and flatten it into a circle in your palm.

Step 5

Place one green olive in the center of the dough circle. Wrap the dough around the olive, pinching and rolling gently to seal the olive completely inside the dough.

Step 6

Repeat the process with the remaining olives and dough.

Step 7

Arrange the wrapped olives on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each cheese ball.

Step 8

Optional: Lightly sprinkle paprika on top of the cheese balls for added color and flavor.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese balls are golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as a delightful appetizer or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	325.6 grams (325.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1197

Total Fat 95.60g	123%
Saturated Fat 55.20g	276%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 244mg	81%
Sodium 2074mg	90%
Total Carbohydrate 53.50g	19%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 0.20g
Protein 35.40g	71%

Vitamin D 52IU	260%
Calcium 886mg	68%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 227mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.8%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 17.6%