Description
These Witch Hat Appetizers are a whimsical addition to your Halloween celebrations, combining a crispy phyllo exterior with a creamy cheese filling. Perfect for parties, they are not only fun to make but also irresistible to eat. With each bite, enjoy the explosion of flavors that is sure to delight your guests and spark laughter and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 sheets phyllo pastry (thawed)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sliced black olives
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all ingredients.
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with mozzarella, cheddar, and oregano until smooth.
- Layer three sheets of phyllo pastry, brushing each layer lightly with melted butter or oil.
- Spoon filling onto one end of the layered pastry and fold into a triangle shape, rolling towards the tip.
- Top each rolled hat with a slice of olive for decoration and brush with egg wash.
- Bake on parchment-lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Customize your filling by adding different cheeses or herbs for varied flavors. For a sweet twist, consider using chocolate instead of savory ingredients. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes to maintain crispiness.