Herb & Chili Cheese Bites

Creamy, savory cheese cubes flavored with dried herbs, chili flakes, and cracked black pepper. This easy appetizer is perfect for a snack board, party platter, or alongside crackers and fresh bread.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) firm cheese, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Gouda
• 1 tbsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• A pinch of salt, if needed

Instructions

1. Cut the cheese
   Cut the cheese into small, bite-sized cubes, approximately 1–1½ inches each.
2. Prepare the seasoning
   In a small bowl, combine the dried parsley, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. Season the cheese
   Place the cheese cubes in a large bowl. Sprinkle the herb mixture over them and gently toss until evenly coated.
4. Add olive oil
   Drizzle the olive oil over the seasoned cheese and gently mix again, being careful not to break the cubes.
5. Chill
   Cover and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
6. Serve
   Arrange the cheese cubes on a serving plate or wooden board. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a few additional chili flakes.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crackers, toasted baguette, olives, grapes, cherry tomatoes, or nuts.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chilling Time: 30–60 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour
Servings: 6–8

The exact cheese and seasoning quantities in the photo can’t be determined with certainty, so this recipe is a close recipe-style interpretation of the dish shown.

Creamy, savory cheese cubes flavored with dried herbs, chili flakes, and cracked black pepper. This easy appetizer is perfect for a snack board, party platter, or alongside crackers and fresh bread.

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) firm cheese, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Gouda
• 1 tbsp dried parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• A pinch of salt, if needed

Instructions

1. Cut the cheese
   Cut the cheese into small, bite-sized cubes, approximately 1–1½ inches each.
2. Prepare the seasoning
   In a small bowl, combine the dried parsley, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. Season the cheese
   Place the cheese cubes in a large bowl. Sprinkle the herb mixture over them and gently toss until evenly coated.
4. Add olive oil
   Drizzle the olive oil over the seasoned cheese and gently mix again, being careful not to break the cubes.
5. Chill
   Cover and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
6. Serve
   Arrange the cheese cubes on a serving plate or wooden board. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a few additional chili flakes.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crackers, toasted baguette, olives, grapes, cherry tomatoes, or nuts.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chilling Time: 30–60 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour
Servings: 6–8

The exact cheese and seasoning quantities in the photo can’t be determined with certainty, so this recipe is a close recipe-style interpretation of the dish shown.