Whenever I have a dinner party at my house, I always have the same dilemma…what shall I make for appetizers? I get more stressed out about the appetizers than the main course, so that is the reason I have been making a lot of different appetizers lately, which explains all of my bean dips :).
This endive recipe was really great, not to mention how easy and simple it was to make. The endive looks so pretty and they are deliciously tasty with the beautiful combination of soft herbed cream cheese and caramelized apple filling. This is a great appetizer for your next holiday party. Try it!
Ingredients
(About 24 pieces)
- 4 heads Belgian endive, trimmed, separated into spears
- 4 apples, peeled and diced
- 3 tablespoons butter
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 (8oz) package cream cheese, at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh chives
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1/3 cup finely chopped fresh basil
Herbed Cream Cheese
Directions
- Herbed Cream Cheese
- Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Set aside.
- Place a medium sauce pan over medium heat and add the butter, apples and cinnamon. Stir and cook for about 7 minutes.
- Use a teaspoon to fill the end of each endive leaf with herbed cream cheese and add about 1 tablespoon of apples. Arrange on a platter and serve.
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[…] Here’s another simple dish for you which makes a perfect starter for any meal. It has the perfect mix of herbed cream cheese and sweet caramelized apple with the endive’s bitterness. Picture and recipe credited to http://www.mycolombianrecipes.com/endive-with-herbed-cream-cheese-and-caramelized-apples. […]
Sarah Naveen says
I am definitely gonna try making this for my next party..
Looks gorgeous….Lip smacking!!!!!
Kim says
The endive looks so pretty. Your guests are very lucky, these looks delicious 😀
Barbara says
Appetizers can be a real problem all right- you want something different, tasty and not too filling. These little bites on endive hit the spot.
Erica says
Thank you guys!
Muneeba says
I think stuffed endives make beautiful appetizers! Unfortunately all my family and friends are such carnivores, that I’d be the only one digging into these nummy goodies … genius idea abt combining the cream cheese and apples like that.
Maria says
Help please. Im not sure what is endive some type of cheese? Thank you.
Erica says
Hi Maria,
Endive is a type of lettuce.
Danielle says
this really does sound delish….and the presentation is great
monicajane says
your food is all lovely…
I rarely like sweet things in otherwise savory foods with the exception of apples and raisins…
this is a must try.
KennyT says
I’d like to try Belgian Endives, every time I passed by them I got curious, but never had the courage to bring them home. Now I know what I’d do next time when I am in my favourite grocery.
Erica says
Thank you everyone for the comments!
Caroline says
That appetizer is right up my alley! The flavors together must be just divine.
Maria says
Thank you. so much for youre help God bless you! Sincerely maria, una paisita mas.
theUngourmet says
What an incredible combination of flavors! Very nice!
Empar says
Erica… Eso debe estar de muerte!
Siempre he cocinado las endivias con salsa de nata y roquefort, pero así como las has preparado y con la manzana caramelizada. Ayyy… Ya me estoy chupando los dedos.
Un beso.
Erica says
Thank you all!
Chef E says
What a beautiful presentation! I love this combination…
Velva says
Appetizers are almost the most important aspect of the meal. This is what sets the mood of meal and prepares your guests for the meal. We are always stressed about appetizers too.
A couple more weeks and I will be combing your site for a good entree. Our cooking club is 12/5!
Hélène says
I love making appetizers. This looks like a total winner at a party.
Palidor says
I’ve never tried endive. That looks fantastic! I especially like the herbed cream cheese.
Oysterculture says
I love this – this looks so good and tasty. Great ideas for the upcoming holidays.
Olga says
I like the combo of sweet and savory, and no need for utensils!
Erica says
Thank you everyone for visiting my site 🙂