Description
These Bacon Pimento Cheese Bites are delightful mini appetizers combining crispy bacon, creamy pimento cheese, and a sweet touch of green pepper jelly all nestled in crunchy mini filo shells. Perfect for parties or gatherings, they are quick to prepare and serve warm for an irresistible bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Appetizer
- 2 (1.9-ounce) (15-count) mini fillo shells
- 1 (3.5-ounce) package chopped real bacon pieces
- 3/4 cup prepared pimento cheese (I like Palmetto Cheese brand)
- 1/2 cup mild green pepper jelly (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the filled fillo shells.
- Fill shells: Spoon 1 teaspoon of pimento cheese into each mini fillo shell, making sure each is evenly filled.
- Add toppings: Drizzle about 1/2 teaspoon of the melted green pepper jelly on top of the pimento cheese in each shell.
- Sprinkle bacon: Sprinkle approximately 1 teaspoon of the chopped bacon pieces over each shell evenly for a savory crunch.
- Bake: Arrange the filled shells on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes until warm and slightly crisp.
- Serve warm: Remove from oven and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Notes
- You can substitute the green pepper jelly with a mild red pepper jelly for a slightly different flavor profile.
- For a crispier bite, broil the filled shells for the last 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- If mini fillo shells are unavailable, small tartlet shells or wonton wrappers can be used instead.
- The bacon pieces used are pre-cooked; if using raw bacon, cook it until crispy and cool before adding.
- Prepare the pimento cheese ahead to save time when assembling the bites.
