Strawberry Balsamic Cream Cheese Bites
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Strawberry Balsamic Cream Cheese Bites
Description
This recipe assembles whole grain crackers topped with a teaspoon of softened cream cheese and a halved ripe strawberry. The final touch is a drop or two of balsamic vinegar on each strawberry, adding a subtle sharpness that balances the creaminess and sweetness. The crackers provide a sturdy, crunchy base, while the cream cheese offers mild richness. The strawberries contribute fresh fruitiness and moisture.
The bite-sized portions make these ideal for serving as finger food at gatherings or light snacks. The interplay of textures—crisp crackers, creamy cheese, and juicy strawberries—complements the flavor contrast from the balsamic vinegar. Preparation is simple without cooking, focusing on fresh ingredients and assembly.
Substituting the recommended cracked pepper and olive oil crackers with neutral varieties is possible; mixing olive oil and black pepper into the cream cheese can help maintain flavorful balance when using plainer crackers.
Ingredients
- 12 whole grain crackers recommend: Triscuit brand, with cracked pepper and olive oil
- 12 teaspoons cream cheese softened
- 6 strawberries ripe, sweet, halved
- balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries, remove the tops and cut them in half.
- Place a teaspoon of cream cheese on each of the crackers and top with a strawberry half.
- Place the assembled appetizers on a serving dish and add a drop or two of balsamic vinegar to the top of each strawberry.
Notes
- Substitute the recommended cracked pepper and olive oil crackers with neutral-flavored ones by blending olive oil and cracked black pepper into the cream cheese.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12appetizers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 89 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 89kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 218mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 104IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 8mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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