Bring back the retro favorite with this creamy and crunchy celery stuffing. Crunchy celery is stuffed with a flavorful cheddar filling, with just enough Worcestershire and bell pepper to make every bite bold and flavorful.
Why make it: This easy, no-cook appetizer is festive and perfect to make ahead. It’s one of the easiest snacks that everyone picks up first. Flavor: A creamy, tangy cheddar filling with notes of Worcestershire and sweet bell pepper creates a rich, savory flavor and stunning color in every bite. Technique: Whip the cream cheese until light and fluffy, then mix smoothly with the cheddar cheese. Next, add some additions to take the flavor of your cream cheese celery sticks to the next level. Serving Suggestion: Serve on an appetizer platter with fresh vegetables, pinwheels, ranch dip, or other bite-sized snacks.
Ingredient notes and easy exchange
Celery: For the best texture, choose firm, crisp stalks with no discoloration. Let it dry well so that the contents stick together. Cream Cheese: For the creamiest texture, use full-fat cream cheese. Letting it soften before mixing will result in a smoother filling. Worcestershire: Adds depth of flavor and balances the cheese. When you’re out and about, soy sauce comes in handy in a pinch. Cheddar cheese: Freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese will blend more smoothly, but you can also use pre-shredded. Pimento or roasted peppers: Add sweetness, color, and a classic retro vibe. Optional, but highly recommended for taste and presentation. Variations: I like to add bacon bits, green olives, or chives for added flavor. For a lighter version, temper the richness with Neufchatel cheese or a little Greek yogurt.
How to make stuffed celery with meat
Mix in the softened cream cheese. Mix remaining filling ingredients (full recipe below). Add the mixture to the celery sticks and chill until ready to eat.
storage and leftovers
If you are not going to eat it right away, put it in the fridge. To save time, make the filling 2 days in advance and add it to the celery just before serving (or up to 1 day in advance).
Freezing is not recommended as the contents will separate.
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Place cream cheese in a medium bowl and mix with a hand mixer until fluffy.
Add Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and salt and mix to combine.
Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped pimento.
Spoon or pipe the filling into the celery pieces.
Refrigerate until ready to eat.
For a festive touch, sprinkle with paprika and garnish with chopped fresh herbs such as parsley. Prepare at least 24 hours before serving. If you don’t wash and dry the celery well, the cream cheese filling won’t stick to it. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. These don’t freeze well.
calorie: 19 | carbohydrates: 1g | protein: 1g | fat: 1g | Saturated fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated fats: 0.1g | Monounsaturated fats: 0.3g | cholesterol: 4mg | sodium: 79mg | potassium: 47mg | fiber: 0.3g | sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 183IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | calcium: 33mg | iron: 0.1mg
The nutritional information provided is an estimate and will vary depending on the cooking method and brand of ingredients used.
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