These Endive Cups with Blue Cheese and Walnuts are a delightful appetizer perfect for festive occasions like Christmas Eve. The combination of crisp endive leaves, creamy blue cheese, and crunchy walnuts creates a flavorful bite-sized treat that is sure to impress your guests.
This recipe is simple to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the celebration without the stress of last-minute cooking.
Elegant Endive Cups Appetizer
These endive cups are filled with a rich mixture of blue cheese and walnuts, providing a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 12 endive leaves
- 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Endive: Carefully separate the endive leaves and rinse them under cold water. Pat dry and set aside.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the blue cheese, cream cheese, chopped walnuts, honey, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Fill the Endive Cups: Spoon the blue cheese mixture into each endive leaf, filling them generously.
- Garnish: If desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley for a touch of color.
- Serve: Arrange the filled endive cups on a platter and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
