appetizer cheesy pecan bites

Name: Appetizer Cheesy Pecan Bites
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 40
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 pound(s) sharp cheddar cheese, grated; 1 stick(s) butter, unsalted; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon(s) salt; 1/2 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper; 1 cup(s) all-purpose flour; pecan halves

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Serve these delicious cheesy pecan bites at your next party or gathering and watch them disappear.

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prep time 20 Min

cook time 15 Min

method Bake

yield 40 piece(s)

Ingredients

1/2 pound sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 stick butter, unsalted
1/2 - 1 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
pecan halves

How To Make appetizer cheesy pecan bites

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degreees F. Grate cheese and add to softened butter. Mix until creamy.

Step 2

Add salt, cayenne pepper, and flour. Mix well and roll into small balls.
Step 3

Place balls on an ungreased baking sheet and press slightly with a pecan half on each.
Step 4

Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 15 minutes.
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