Description
Indulge in the delicious world of Pimento Cheese Bites, a delightful appetizer that combines creamy sharp cheddar cheese with zesty pimentos, all nestled in crispy phyllo cups. These bites are not only quick to prepare—taking just 15 minutes—but also versatile enough for any gathering, from casual get-togethers to lively parties. With their crowd-pleasing flavor and customizable nature, you can easily adjust the spices to match your preferences. Serve them warm, and watch as your guests savor each cheesy morsel!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 packages (15 cups per package phyllo cups)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 4 oz jarred pimentos (drained; reserve 1 tablespoon of the juice)
- 2 teaspoons yellow onion (grated)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and Old Bay seasoning until smooth.
- Fold in drained pimentos and 1 tablespoon of reserved juice along with grated onion and cheddar cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Use a small cookie scoop to fill each phyllo cup with the cheese mixture.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Pimento Cheese Bite (30g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg