Jack-O-Lantern Cheese Bites Halloween Snack Recipe with Olives
Looking for a Halloween snack that’s as cheesy as your favorite spooky movies? Meet Jack-O’-Lantern cheese bites! These little treats are shaped like pumpkins and decorated with olives for eyes. They’re the perfect balance of festive and flavorful. You can’t go wrong with cheese, olives, and a little creativity—unless, of course, you burn them. But don’t worry, this recipe won’t trick you into spending hours in the kitchen. In just a few minutes, you’ll have bite-sized Halloween magic that’s almost too cute to eat. Almost. Get ready to impress your guests and bring the spooky fun to the table!
Jack-O-Lantern Cheese Bites Halloween Snack Recipe with Olives
Cheese bites shaped like pumpkins, decorated with olives to create Jack-O'-Lantern faces—an easy, cheesy Halloween snack.
Ingredients
- 12 small cubes of cheese cheddar or mozzarella work best
- 24 black olives sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the cheese cubes on the sheet and brush them with olive oil.
- Use a round cutter to shape the cubes into pumpkin-like forms.
- Slice the olives to create eyes and a mouth.
- Decorate each cheese cube with the olive slices to form a Jack-O’-Lantern face.
- Sprinkle with dried oregano if desired.
- Bake for 5-8 minutes, or until the cheese is slightly melted and golden.
- Remove and let cool before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 100
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Calcium: 10%
- Vitamin C: 1%
- Iron: 2%
- Potassium: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Want more flavor? Try sprinkling some garlic powder over the cheese before baking.
- If you’re feeling adventurous, experiment with different cheese varieties for different textures and flavors.
- For an extra festive touch, serve with a side of ketchup or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Make a few extra for your Halloween party—these disappear quickly!
- For a fun twist, use a mini pumpkin cutter for even more pumpkin-shaped cheese bites!
