Description
Zesty celery sticks with creamy pecan filling bring Southern charm to party appetizers. Crunchy celery boats cradle rich, nutty spread that delights guests with classic flavor combinations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 stalks celery (large)
- 4 oz (120 g) cream cheese
- ¼ cup (25 g) pecans
- ⅓ cup (35 g) pecorino cheese powder
- ½ red onion (small)
- paprika (for sprinkling)
- black pepper (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Filling Preparation: Blend cream cheese, red onion, toasted pecans, and pecorino cheese powder in a food processor until achieving a smooth, cohesive mixture with rich, nutty undertones.
- Celery Preparation: Thoroughly cleanse celery stalks, meticulously drying them to preserve their natural crunch and ensure pristine presentation.
- Filling and Garnishing: Generously pipe the pecan-infused cream cheese mixture into each celery channel, carefully distributing the filling to create a visually appealing and balanced appetizer. Delicately dust the stuffed sticks with smoky paprika and freshly ground black pepper to elevate the flavor profile.
- Serving: Artfully arrange the completed stuffed celery sticks on an elegant serving platter, positioning them to showcase their vibrant textures and enticing appearance. Present immediately to maintain optimal crispness and maximize the sensory experience of the rich, creamy filling.
Notes
- Prep Precision: Thoroughly dry celery stalks to prevent watery filling and ensure crisp, clean texture.
- Blending Brilliance: Process ingredients until ultra-smooth for a luxurious, silky filling consistency that coats the celery perfectly.
- Flavor Boost: Toasting pecans beforehand intensifies their nutty profile and adds depth to the overall appetizer.
- Serving Strategy: Assemble just before serving to preserve the celery’s crunch and prevent soggy appetizers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 126
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 208 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg