Description
Delicious cheesy bites, perfect for snacks, appetizers, or side dishes, with the delightful flavors of garlic and melted cheese.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and softened butter until crumbly.
- Stir in the mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush each ball with the beaten egg to ensure a lovely golden color.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm straight from the oven.
Notes
Consider adding dried Italian herbs, red pepper flakes for spice, or different cheese for variations. You can freeze unbaked bites for later use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg