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Christmas Appetizer Bites with Pesto and Sundried Tomatoes

Christmas Appetizer Bites with Pesto and Sundried Tomatoes

Delightful Christmas Appetizer Bites with Pesto and Sundried Tomatoes bring festive cheer to your table.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks & Appetizers
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz reduced fat cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup prepared pesto
  • 1/2 cup diced olive-oil packed sundried tomatoes pat dry
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
For Assembly
  • 24 pieces mini phyllo shells
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil or parsley for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Christmas Appetizer Bites
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for crispy phyllo shells.
  2. Mix the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, pesto, sundried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. Spoon the creamy mixture into the mini phyllo shells, being careful not to overfill.
  4. Bake the filled shells on a baking sheet for about 8 minutes, or until golden brown.
  5. Garnish your bites with fresh basil or parsley just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cream cheese is at room temperature and avoid overfilling phyllo shells. Check baking time closely as phyllo can brown quickly.

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