Almond Pine Cones
Almond Pine Cones are a festive and savory appetizer featuring crunchy roasted almonds pressed into a creamy cheese mixture, shaped to resemble pine cones. Perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, they combine rich flavors with a charming presentation that will delight guests. Serve with crackers for an elegant touch.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Spread almonds in a single layer in a shallow pan.
- Bake at 300°F for 15 minutes, stirring often until almonds just turn brown.
- Combine softened cream cheese and mayonnaise; mix well.
- Add crumbled bacon, chopped green onion, dill weed, and pepper to the cream cheese mixture.
- Blend the mixture, cover, and chill overnight.
- Form the cheese mixture into 2 pine cone shapes on a serving platter.
- Beginning at the narrow end, press almonds at a slight angle into the cheese mixture in rows.
- Continue overlapping rows until all cheese is covered.
- Garnish with pine sprigs.
- Serve with crackers.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
545
kcal
27% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).