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Cream Cheese Stuffed Celery Bites

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Cream Cheese Stuffed Celery Bites are a quick, easy, and refreshing snack combining the crisp crunch of fresh celery with a creamy, tangy cream cheese filling. Perfect as a light snack or elegant appetizer, these bites are customizable, healthy, and kid-friendly, making them ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • Fresh Celery Stalks, washed and cut into 3-4 inch pieces
  • Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature

Fresh Herbs

  • Parsley, chives, or dill (to taste, finely chopped)

Seasonings

  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black Pepper (to taste)
  • Garlic Powder (to taste)

Optional Extras

  • Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
  • Bacon bits
  • Sun-dried tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Celery: Wash the celery stalks thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Cut them into bite-sized pieces, approximately 3 to 4 inches long, for easy, handheld snacking.
  2. Make the Cream Cheese Filling: Soften the cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature. In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with your choice of fresh herbs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth and well combined.
  3. Stuff the Celery: Using a small spoon, piping bag, or a zip-top bag with a corner cut off, carefully fill the hollow groove of each celery piece with the herb-seasoned cream cheese mixture, ensuring an even and generous filling.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle optional toppings such as chopped nuts, bacon bits, sun-dried tomatoes, or additional fresh herbs on top for added texture and visual appeal. Serve immediately or chill for 15-30 minutes for a refreshing treat.

Notes

  • Use fresh, firm, and bright green celery for the best crunch and texture.
  • Softening cream cheese before mixing ensures easier spreading and better blending of flavors.
  • Using a piping bag or zip-top bag with a cut corner helps fill celery grooves neatly and efficiently.
  • Add salt and spices gradually to maintain a balanced flavor.
  • Chilling the bites before serving enhances flavor melding and keeps celery crisp.
  • Can be prepared up to a day in advance; keep celery and filling separate until serving to preserve freshness.
  • Not ideal to freeze assembled bites; freeze cream cheese filling separately if needed.
  • Serve cold or at room temperature—avoid reheating to maintain texture and flavor.

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