Olive Filled Cheese Balls

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 25 Cuisine: American

Cheese-filled olive balls offer a delightful combination of creamy cheddar and briny olives, wrapped in a crispy exterior. Perfect as an appetizer or party snack, their savory flavors appeal to cheese lovers and those seeking a quick, flavorful bite. They are easy to prepare and serve chilled or warm.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • dash cayenne pepper
  • 25 olives

Instructions

  1. Cream together the shredded cheddar cheese and butter.
  2. Blend in flour and a dash of cayenne pepper until combined.
  3. Drop teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto waxed paper.
  4. Wrap each teaspoon of dough around an olive, covering completely.
  5. Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

533 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.6g 23% DV
Total Fat 41.7g 53% DV
Carbs 35g 13% DV
Fiber 8.3g 30% DV
Sugar 2.9g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 560.3mg 24% DV
Potassium 559.8mg 12% DV
Cholesterol 99.8mg 33% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 609.5mcg 68% DV
Vitamin C 19.1mg 21% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 231.3mg 18% DV
Iron 3.3mg 18% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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