Cranapple Stilton Bites Recipe

Name: Cranapple Stilton Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 250 grams cream cheese (reduced-fat) block regular, room temperature; 1 tablespoon milk optional; 1 cup stilton cheese crumbled; 2 large apples; 1 cup cranberries, dried; 1/2 cup port wine or dry sherry; 2 tablespoons thyme chopped fresh; 1 tablespoon granulated sugar replacement; 45 each toast rounds melba; 1/4 cup walnuts chopped, toasted (optional); 2 each scallions, spring or green onions thinly sliced, or 1/4 cup (50 mL) snipped chives (optional)

Servings: persons

250 grams cream cheese (reduced-fat) block regular, room temperature
1 tablespoon milk optional
1 cup stilton cheese crumbled
2 large apples
1 cup cranberries, dried
1/2 cup port wine or dry sherry
2 tablespoons thyme chopped fresh
1 tablespoon granulated sugar replacement
45 each toast rounds melba
1/4 cup walnuts chopped, toasted (optional)
2 each scallions, spring or green onions thinly sliced, or 1/4 cup (50 mL) snipped chives (optional)

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Make Ahead
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Prepare cheese and fruit mixtures.
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Store separately.
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They will keep well, covered and refrigerated, up to 3 days.
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Bring cheese and fruit to room temperature before assembling.
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Once bites are made, they'll keep well up to 1 hour before serving.
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Place cream cheese in a medium bowl.
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Using an electric mixer, beat until spreadable.
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Scrape down side as needed.
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If needed, beat in a little milk, 1 tablespoon (15 mL) at a time, until smooth.
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Stir in Stilton just until evenly mixed.
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Mixture will be lumpy.
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Set aside.
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Peel apples, then chop into small cubes about 1/4 inch (0 1/2 cm).
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Place in a medium saucepan along with cranberries, port, thyme and sugar.
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Bring to a boil, uncovered and stirring occasionally, over high heat.
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Then reduce heat to medium.
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Gently boil, stirring occasionally, until no liquid remains, 5 to 10 minutes.
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Turn into a bowl.
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Refrigerate until cool.
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Spread Melba rounds with about 1 heaping teaspoon (7 mL) cheese.
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Cover with a spoonful of apple mixture.
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Top with a few walnuts and onions.

446

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 250 grams cream cheese (reduced-fat) block regular, room temperature, 1 tablespoon milk optional, 1 cup stilton cheese crumbled, 2 large apples, and more.

Yes, Cranapple Stilton Bites falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cranapple Stilton Bites

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