Quick and Tasty Make Ahead Appetizers for Any Occasion

Quick and Tasty Make Ahead Appetizers for Any Occasion

Quick and tasty make ahead appetizers perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare in advance, these crowd-pleasing recipes save time and impress guests.

Recipe Overview

Servings 12
Prep time 10 min
Cook time 0 min
Total time 10 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 package of mini phyllo cups or crackers

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, bacon, sour cream, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Mix well until smooth.
  2. Spoon the mixture into mini phyllo cups or serve with crackers.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.
  4. Serve chilled as a perfect make ahead appetizer for any event.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and add chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Use flavored cream cheese for additional taste variations.
  • Prepare the filling the night before to save even more time.

Nutrition

Calories 120
Protein (g) 4
Carbs (g) 2
Fat (g) 10