Nutty Cream Cheese Bites

Nutty Cream Cheese Bites. These vegetarian mini cookies are a festive addition to any gathering, featuring a buttery crust and a rich walnut filling. Ideal for those with gluten, dairy, egg, and nut allergies, this American cuisine treat is both satisfying and versatile. Enjoy them as a sweet snack or a charming dessert at your next tea party.

Packed with wholesome ingredients, these bites offer a delightful crunch and a touch of sweetness, making them a nutritious choice for your holiday celebrations. Easily accessible through easyChef Pro, you can find this recipe along with a convenient shopping list feature to ensure the best cost per serving.

Get ready to impress your guests with these scrumptious Nutty Cream Cheese Bites—perfect for your next meal prep!

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 12

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Overview

Tea Time Tasties are delightful mini cookies perfect for holiday parties and special occasions. With a creamy crust and a sweet, nutty filling, these treats are sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Nuts, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• 1 3 Ounces (oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 Cups butter
• 1 Cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 Cups packed brown sugar
• 1 Whole egg, whisked
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) butter, melted
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 2.33 Cups walnuts, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2. To make the crust, beat the softened cream cheese and 0.5 cup butter together in a large bowl. Stir in the flour and mix to form a smooth dough.
3. Shape the dough into 24 1-inch balls, then press them into the bottoms and up the sides of ungreased mini muffin cups.
4. For the filling, whisk the brown sugar, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt together until smooth. Stir in the chopped walnuts.
5. Spoon the filling mixture into each prepared crust.
6. Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is golden and the filling is set, about 25 minutes.

Enjoy these delightful Nutty Cream Cheese Bites with your family and friends!