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Olive Balls

December 12, 2016 57 Comments

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These Olives Balls are a holiday entertaining must! Olives wrapped in a buttery cheddar cheese pastry. They couldn’t be easier or more delicious!

Olive Balls

It’s less than two weeks til Christmas! Say what?! Honestly, I feel like Thanksgiving was yesterday. I’ve been so busy holed up in my kitchen cranking out cookies like a boss, December’s passing me by! Just like that….WHOOSHHH and it’ll be ovah!

The next few weeks, I’ll be in full entertaining mode. YASSSS! My favorite part of the holiday season….well, besides the cookies. So to make things easier, I spent this past weekend making some of my favorite appetizers and throwing them in the freezer, so when I need ’em, I can pop ’em out, enjoy the party and still look like the hostess with the mostess!

Olive Balls

Honestly, I can’t believe I haven’t shared these Olive Balls with you guys yet. I’ve been enjoying these since I was a kid. My mom, the original hostess with the mostess, made these every holiday season. She’d get all of us to help and we’d make dozens to throw in ziplocs in the freezer, so when friends would drop by unexpected, we always had something to serve with cocktails.

Olive Balls

If you’re an olive fan you’re going to LOVE these, because they’re covered in a buttery cheddar cheese pastry that’s to die for. I always opt for the larger queen olives, so they’re more of a mouthful. And I usually double or triple the recipe so I have a big enough stash in my freezer for the holidays. They’ll keep right through New Years’s too! That is if they last that long! Enjoy!

 

Olive Balls
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Olive Balls
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
14 mins
Total Time
34 mins
 
Servings: 26 olives
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup one stick butter, softened
  • 2 cups shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 24-26 large Queen pimento stuffed olives
Instructions
  1. Drain olives in a strainer. Set aside.
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  3. Beat butter until creamy. Add cheese.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, salt and cayenne. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture until well combined.
  5. Cover each olive with dough until totally covered. Place on prepared sheet.
  6. Chill for one hour or freeze.
  7. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  8. Place desired amount of olives on tray and bake for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned.

 

 

Olive Balls

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Comments

  1. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

    December 12, 2016 at 6:53 am

    We are huge olive fans at my house and I can’t imagine anything better than wrapping them in cheddary bread. Your mom really is the hostess with the mostess. Have a great week Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 8:44 am

      My mom loved to entertain Karen! She was always up for company! I remember making these every holiday season for years! You have a great week too!

      Reply
  2. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    December 12, 2016 at 7:15 am

    Beautiful! I have a bunch of olive-obsessed people in my household who would just flip over these! Going on my holiday menu :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 8:45 am

      Honestly, they’re so easy to make Jennifer and always good to have in the freezer for unexpected company!

      Reply
  3. Megan - The Emotional Baker says

    December 12, 2016 at 7:32 am

    I’m not the biggest olive fan, but when you wrap them in a buttery cheddar cheese pastry I bet they easily become irresistible ;)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 8:45 am

      Yes, that cheddar cheese pastry! So good Megan!

      Reply
  4. Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says

    December 12, 2016 at 7:49 am

    I can’t believe how freakin’ fast the time is flying, either! I’ve never had anything like this before and I love olives, so I know this would go over super well with me! We have a get together at our house this upcoming weekend and this would be a perfect recipe to make :) Happy Monday, my friend!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 8:46 am

      Me either Dawn! You’ll love these! Happy Monday to you too! XO

      Reply
  5. traci | Vanilla And Bean says

    December 12, 2016 at 8:32 am

    It’s crazy how fast this time of year flies! And yes, Thanksgiving was yesterday! OMG. I love these little olive balls… I mean, olives wrapped in pastry? I’m in! Delicious snack to share Mary Ann! Thank you for this.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 8:47 am

      I know!! These are always a holiday favorite Traci! I’ve got two bags full in the freezer just waiting for company to stop by! Happy Monday!

      Reply
  6. Alida | Simply Delicious says

    December 12, 2016 at 9:27 am

    I am salivating Mary Ann! What an utterly perfect appetizer for the holidays. Love it!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 9:30 am

      Thanks Alida! They’re so easy. I always have a bag in my freezer during the holidays!

      Reply
  7. Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says

    December 12, 2016 at 9:31 am

    These are SO fun! I’ve never seen anything like this on any app spread and I’m totally loving it. Huge olive fan here so any way to eat more of them is cool by me :) I’d take this kind of entertaining food over cookies any day!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 9:37 am

      I may be cookied out Gina, so I’m moving on to appetizers! These are a holiday fave!

      Reply
  8. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    December 12, 2016 at 9:34 am

    I’ve been so darn busy making cookies for my own consumption I kind of dropped the ball of planning out my holiday menu… but I’m only having family over for New Years. So hopefully I still have time to get my act together! Lol. My husband is an olive lover, so I know he is going to go crazy for these, Mary Ann!!! I mean, olives stuffed in a buttery cheddar cheese pastry???! What’s not to love! These look amazing and I’m totally digging the fact that these can be made and stored in the freezer! I need these on my NYE menu for sure!! Pinned! Cheers!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 9:39 am

      They’ll be perfect for New Years Chey! I love having a bag in the freezer. I spend the day making a few dozen and I’m set for the season! Happy Monday! XO

      Reply
  9. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    December 12, 2016 at 10:07 am

    Such a perfect little bite wrapped in a perfect little package! We’re huge olive fans in our house! I can’t imagine how quickly these will go! BTW, did I ever tell you what a hit your cheese ball was at Thanksgiving?! Pinned!! Have a great week, my friend!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 10:20 am

      Yes! I’m so glad you all enjoyed it! These are honestly another hit for the holidays Annie. Your family and friends will love them. Thanks for pinning! Happy Monday!

      Reply
  10. Naomi says

    December 12, 2016 at 10:34 am

    Such a great idea! I love that they are a one-bite appetizer.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 10:51 am

      They’re so easy Naomi! My friends always love them!

      Reply
  11. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

    December 12, 2016 at 10:44 am

    I’ve never seen anything like these olive balls, Mary Ann! They are so creative and sound pretty tasty too! I love anything you can freeze and keep on hand for emergencies and surprise guests!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 10:51 am

      Yes, they’re perfect for the holidays and actually all year round Rachelle! Just pop ’em out of the freezer and into the oven and you’re ready for company!

      Reply
  12. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    December 12, 2016 at 10:53 am

    I know!!! I can’t believe we’re only about two weeks away to Christmas! Crazy!!!!! I am rounding up holiday recipes and love these olive balls!!! what a great idea! love!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 10:54 am

      It’ll be here before we know it! Still so much shopping to do! Hope you enjoy these if you give them a try Alice!

      Reply
  13. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    December 12, 2016 at 11:10 am

    I’ve never heard of olive balls, Mary Ann – and I love olives! Will definitely be making this – and love the tip about freezing them. Do you cook them first or freeze them pre-cooked? These look like such a fun appetizer for the holidays!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 11:16 am

      I throw them in the freezer unbaked and then just bake them when I need them. You have to give them a try Geraldine! You’ll love them!

      Reply
  14. Tieghan Gerard says

    December 12, 2016 at 11:48 am

    I love olives, but always forget to cook with them. These sound delish!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 1:34 pm

      They’re so good Tieghan! You should definitely give these a go!

      Reply
  15. Cathy | whatshouldimakefor.com says

    December 12, 2016 at 11:52 am

    love everything about these! perfect for holiday entertaining (and i’m a HUGE olive lover)!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 1:32 pm

      Me too Cathy! Perfect to go with those yummy cocktails of yours!

      Reply
  16. Cassidy Stockton says

    December 12, 2016 at 12:19 pm

    One of my favorites apps! Looks so easy to make, too! Can’t wait to make a batch of these and horde them all for myself. ;)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 1:36 pm

      They are so incredibly easy Cassidy! I love having a little stash in the freezer for when the craving hits! Enjoy!

      Reply
  17. Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says

    December 12, 2016 at 1:03 pm

    This is such a great easy appetizer! My family is nuts over olives so i’m gonna have to make these for Christmas. Thanks for another fabulous recipe Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 1:37 pm

      Oh, you’ll all just love them Nicole! I think it may be scary if I try to pinpoint how many of these I’ve eaten over the years! YIKES!

      Reply
  18. Sarah | Broma Bakery says

    December 12, 2016 at 1:04 pm

    Omg and they’re BAKED? Yaaas!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 1:38 pm

      Soooo good Sarah! Give them a try!

      Reply
  19. Emily says

    December 12, 2016 at 1:22 pm

    Ah, these are so adorable! So simple, but so unique at the same time. My oldest son loves olives- we’ll have to make this a cooking project to do together. :) I’m sure you are the most fabulous hostess, Mary Anne.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 1:39 pm

      I always enjoyed making these with my mom when I was growing up Emily! She really was the best entertainer. Now that she’s older, we get to entertain her!

      Reply
  20. Natasha @ Salt & Lavender says

    December 12, 2016 at 2:14 pm

    These are brilliant! I love olives, and I love how easy these look. I too can’t believe how close we are to Christmas. I’m trying to crank out the last few Xmas-related posts on my blog, finish up work before the Xmas break, and hopefully I will finally be able to recover from this cold that’s been plaguing me for like the past month!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 2:50 pm

      Thanks Natasha! It seems like just a few days ago it was Thanksgiving and now we’re less than two weeks to Christmas! I think the time goes faster as I get older! Hope you’re feeling better!

      Reply
  21. Laura | Tutti Dolci says

    December 12, 2016 at 6:57 pm

    Love these little bites for holiday entertaining! The festive tree toppers are too cute!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 7:08 pm

      These are by far the easy appy that will come out of my kitchen this holiday Laura! And one of the tastiest too! I know, when I saw those little cocktail picks I had to have them!

      Reply
  22. Gerlinde | Sunnycovechef says

    December 12, 2016 at 10:10 pm

    What a delicious treat Mary Ann, olives wrapped in a cheese crust. Yummy ! Your mother must have been a creative cook.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 12, 2016 at 10:13 pm

      She was a wonderful cook back in the day Gerlinde! Now, I enjoy cooking for her!

      Reply
  23. Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says

    December 13, 2016 at 12:27 pm

    The PERFECT popable appetizer! Trevor would go CRAZY for these!!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2016 at 12:37 pm

      Yay! Hope you try them Jennifer!!

      Reply
  24. Tessa | Salted Plains says

    December 13, 2016 at 1:10 pm

    I have never heard of olive balls but they sound crazy good! This is such a wonderful idea. I think I would have a hard time keeping myself from eating them all! ;) Love it, Mary Ann!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 13, 2016 at 1:39 pm

      I can’t imagine how many I’ve eaten over the years!! So, so many! But so worth it Tessa!

      Reply
  25. Matt says

    December 13, 2016 at 11:39 pm

    So simple yet so perfect, love these bites!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 14, 2016 at 8:25 am

      They’re one of my favorite quick and easy appetizers for the holidays Matt!

      Reply
  26. Cindy says

    December 14, 2016 at 1:43 am

    This is perfect timing. My father loves olives and he will be joining us on Xmas Eve. Love these and I think our Arnold & Rodriguez clan will love them too.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 14, 2016 at 8:26 am

      Yay! Hope Dad love ’em Cindy!

      Reply
  27. Martha says

    December 26, 2016 at 11:40 am

    I have been making these for over 40 years, but I have never seen such cute toothpicks! Where do you get them?

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 26, 2016 at 3:21 pm

      Hi Martha! Aren’t the olive balls the best! I got those cute little cocktail picks from a barn sale in Pennsylvania, but they’re from a company called CreativeCo-Op.com. They have them for different holidays too. Enjoy!

      Reply
  28. Gillian says

    June 25, 2020 at 8:26 am

    Hi recipe came out perfect for those that did thanks for sharing! Quick question though for those in the freezer…do you wait for them to come to room temperature before baking or put them frozen in the preheated oven for 12-15 min?

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      June 25, 2020 at 8:33 am

      Hi Gillian! These are my all time favorite! No, you just put them right in the oven frozen. Enjoy!

      Reply

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