Description
Italian Cream Cheese Stuffed Celery is a refreshing appetizer featuring crisp celery filled with a creamy Italian-seasoned blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and mozzarella. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for parties, potlucks, or keto-friendly snacking.
Ingredients
- 6–7 celery stalks, rinsed and dried
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 (0.7-ounce) package Italian dressing mix
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional garnish: dried parsley and paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Celery: Slice each celery stalk into three pieces.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, Italian dressing mix, mayonnaise, and mozzarella cheese. Mix until smooth.
- Stuff the Celery: Spread the filling into the celery pieces using a spoon or knife.
- Optional Garnish: Sprinkle with parsley and paprika for added flavor and color.
- Chill: Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a nutty crunch, top with chopped pecans or walnuts.
- To add heat, mix in a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes.
- This appetizer is best served chilled; reheating is not recommended.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian-American
