A quick and easy snack or appetizer, these salty, savory, creamy bites of salami, herbed goat cheese and dill pickle are a big crowd pleaser.
I am a huge fan of party snacks. When given the choice of a dessert table or an appetizer spread, I will always choose savory over sweet. Speaking of sweet… today I am so thrilled to be participating in a SURPRISE virtual baby shower for my beautiful friend Lauren of Keep it Sweet Desserts.
Lauren is expecting her first baby and I’m so excited that she’s having A BOY! I know I’m a little biased but I think boys are the best.
From Left to Right: Me, Audra, Lauren, Ashley and Joanne
Lauren and I had the chance to meet face to face this past summer when I was visiting NYC for a couple days. We had so much fun walking, talking and eating out way through Chelsea Market.
Since I knew Lauren’s friends would be baking tons of fabulous desserts for our virtual baby shower, I decided to make a savory appetizer to balance out the sugar. Pickles in a Blanket are such a fun and EASY party appetizer that is perfect as we head into the holidays and the busy entertaining time of year.
Of course, pregnant women love pickles in all forms but who doesn’t? Salty, crunchy and low calorie, these bites are delicious with a cocktail but frankly they make a somewhat healthy, high protein, low carb and gluten free snack any day of the year. Win Win.
Happy Baby Shower Lauren!! I can’t wait for your little one to make his debut into the world!
Pickles in a Blanket Appetizer Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 slices Genoa salami thinly sliced
- 12 baby dill pickles quartered
- 4 ounces Boursin cheese I used garlic and fine herbs
Instructions
- To assemble, stack the salami slices and cut in half to create 24 half moons. Lay each half moon slice of salami out on a flat work surface or cutting board.
- Using a butter knife, spread a small amount (1/2 teaspoon) of the cheese on each salami half starting in the center, middle.
- Place a piece of pickle in the center of the salami on top of the cheese and tightly roll into a cone shape. Pierce with a toothpick to keep in place and arrange on a platter to serve.
Kathryn
September 24, 2014 at 9:18 amHurrah for party snacks! Love how simple these are but I bet they taste amazing.
Liz DellaCroce
September 24, 2014 at 12:44 pmNothing better than party snacks!
Julie
September 23, 2014 at 6:48 pmCan you makes these a day ahead?
They look delicious!
Liz DellaCroce
September 24, 2014 at 12:24 pmYes I like to pop them in the toaster to warm them up!
Brandon @ Kitchen Konfidence
September 23, 2014 at 12:18 pmOoooo, these look tasty. I could probably eat a plate of these with a nice ice cold beer ;)
Liz DellaCroce
September 23, 2014 at 12:21 pmThat’s exactly what I did the other night Brandon!
Lynn @ The Actor's Diet
September 22, 2014 at 11:49 pmYeah! I associate Lauren with sweets but I’m sure she wants her salty stuff too!
Liz DellaCroce
September 23, 2014 at 12:23 pmSo true Lynn!
Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough
September 22, 2014 at 10:48 pmReallllly loving that you went the savory route with this shindig, because I knew you’d pull through with something amazing. I might just have to make these for snacktime tomorrow! ;)
Liz DellaCroce
September 23, 2014 at 12:23 pmhaha You know I wasn’t going to try and out bake you gals!! :)
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter
September 22, 2014 at 4:10 pmAaaw, this is such a sweet post. Love wonderful friendships like this – and these are the perfect pregnancy food! Such a great idea :)
Liz DellaCroce
September 23, 2014 at 12:24 pmThanks so much Kelly!
Gaby
September 22, 2014 at 2:01 pmThis is my kind of appetizer! So delicious!
Amy @Very Culinary
September 22, 2014 at 1:37 pmI love these so much. SO MUCH. I would eat 50 without regret!
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 2:17 pmThere’s a slight chance I had a party for 1….
sheila
September 22, 2014 at 1:29 pmI could eat a whole plate of these for sure!! YUMMMMM
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 2:17 pmTell me about it girl!! xo
Zainab
September 22, 2014 at 12:50 pmThese are just clever!!! So happy for Lauren and this day showering her with love :)
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 2:17 pmAww you know I wasn’t going to bake – hahah. xo
Aggie
September 22, 2014 at 12:41 pmCongrats to Lauren!!
I would eat plenty of these if they were at a party!! Perfection!
Liz DellaCroce
September 23, 2014 at 12:24 pmThey are so addictive and relatively good for you as far as party food goes!
Rachel
September 22, 2014 at 10:24 ami absolutely LOVE this savory little appetizer! so adorable, so simple! i can’t wait to add this to my football sunday repetoire!
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 2:18 pmSimple and adorable is my favorite!! :)
Jennifer | Bake or Break
September 22, 2014 at 10:13 amWhat a great idea! Love these!
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 2:18 pmAww thank you so much!
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts
September 22, 2014 at 10:10 amPickles are perfect pregnancy food! Love these little bites. So jealous you actually got to hang out with Lauren in NYC! I didn’t get the chance to when I was there.
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 2:18 pmShe is so sweet!! I’m so glad it worked out!!
Audra
September 22, 2014 at 10:00 amWoah- these sound so good! I am so glad you brought something salty to the mix- these would be perfect for a baby shower!!
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 2:18 pmYou know I wasn’t going to attempt to bake with all of you pros!!! ahahahah
Sharana @ Living The Sweet Life Blog
September 22, 2014 at 9:58 amSuch a fun idea!!
Liz DellaCroce
September 23, 2014 at 12:25 pmThanks Sharana!
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
September 22, 2014 at 9:57 amSuch a fun idea for a baby shower!! Congrats to Lauren!!
Liz DellaCroce
September 23, 2014 at 12:24 pmThanks Doll!
taylor @ greens & chocolate
September 22, 2014 at 8:57 amThese are the fancy version of my ALL TIME FAVE holiday appetizer! My grandma used ham and cream cheese but I am dying over the salami and Boursin cheese. They look perfect for a baby shower!
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 9:54 amNo way!! haha I had never had one until a recent date night with my husband when they were served at the bar. I am obsessed!!! xo
Erin | The Law Student's Wife
September 22, 2014 at 8:56 amYay for Lauren!! These bites are so clever too!
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 9:54 amThey are so good Erin!!
Sues
September 22, 2014 at 8:22 amThese are such a cute idea and SO perfect for a baby shower!
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 9:54 amAww thank you so much!
ashley - bakerbynature
September 22, 2014 at 8:08 amLiz… I don’t think I need to tell you how much I love this recipe!!! My salami and pickle loving heart is going bonkers right now ;)
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 9:54 amIs there anything better than salami and cheese?!
Lauren at Keep It Sweet
September 22, 2014 at 7:25 amLiz, you are the best! And I love pickles all the time (pregnant or not) so I think this is such a fun party treat. You and your cute little boys have made me even more excited for the baby to come… get ready for many emails with questions and needing advice lol. xo
Liz DellaCroce
September 22, 2014 at 9:54 amAwww HAPPY BABY SHOWER!!!! I hope you enjoy your special day!! oxoxox
Kayle (The Cooking Actress)
September 22, 2014 at 6:40 amawwww so jealous!!! I love Ashley and Lauren and Joanne (and have met them in person) and I love you and Audra and would’ve loved to have met you ladies! Stupid me moving out of NYC in the spring!