Almond Cheddar Appetizers

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

about 4 dozen

Updated: Oct. 03, 2022
I always try to have a supply of these appetizers on hand in the freezer. If guests drop in, I just pull some out and reheat to serve. They work great as a snack, for brunch or along with a lighter lunch. —Linda Thompson, Southampton, Ontario
Almond Cheddar Appetizers Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3/4 cup slivered almonds, chopped
  • 6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 loaf (1 pound) French bread

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Worcestershire sauce; stir in cheese, onion, almonds and bacon.
  2. Cut bread into 1/2-in. slices; spread with cheese mixture. Cut slices in half; place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until bubbly.

Can you freeze Almond Cheddar Appetizers?

Place unbaked appetizers in a single layer on a baking sheet; freeze for 1 hour. Remove from pan and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months. When ready to use, place thawed appetizers on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until bubbly.

Editor's Note: Unbaked appetizers may be frozen. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet; freeze for 1 hour. Remove from the baking sheet and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months. When ready to use, place unthawed appetizers on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

1 piece: 81 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.