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
Hurrah for party snacks! Love how simple these are but I bet they taste amazing.
Liz DellaCroce
Nothing better than party snacks!
Julie
Can you makes these a day ahead?
They look delicious!
Liz DellaCroce
Yes I like to pop them in the toaster to warm them up!
Brandon @ Kitchen Konfidence
Ooooo, these look tasty. I could probably eat a plate of these with a nice ice cold beer ;)
Liz DellaCroce
That’s exactly what I did the other night Brandon!
Lynn @ The Actor's Diet
Yeah! I associate Lauren with sweets but I’m sure she wants her salty stuff too!
Liz DellaCroce
So true Lynn!
Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough
Reallllly 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
haha You know I wasn’t going to try and out bake you gals!! :)
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter
Aaaw, this is such a sweet post. Love wonderful friendships like this – and these are the perfect pregnancy food! Such a great idea :)
Liz DellaCroce
Thanks so much Kelly!
Gaby
This is my kind of appetizer! So delicious!
Amy @Very Culinary
I love these so much. SO MUCH. I would eat 50 without regret!
Liz DellaCroce
There’s a slight chance I had a party for 1….
sheila
I could eat a whole plate of these for sure!! YUMMMMM
Liz DellaCroce
Tell me about it girl!! xo
Zainab
These are just clever!!! So happy for Lauren and this day showering her with love :)
Liz DellaCroce
Aww you know I wasn’t going to bake – hahah. xo
Aggie
Congrats to Lauren!!
I would eat plenty of these if they were at a party!! Perfection!
Liz DellaCroce
They are so addictive and relatively good for you as far as party food goes!
Rachel
i absolutely LOVE this savory little appetizer! so adorable, so simple! i can’t wait to add this to my football sunday repetoire!
Liz DellaCroce
Simple and adorable is my favorite!! :)
Jennifer | Bake or Break
What a great idea! Love these!
Liz DellaCroce
Aww thank you so much!
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts
Pickles 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
She is so sweet!! I’m so glad it worked out!!
Audra
Woah- 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
You know I wasn’t going to attempt to bake with all of you pros!!! ahahahah
Sharana @ Living The Sweet Life Blog
Such a fun idea!!
Liz DellaCroce
Thanks Sharana!
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain
Such a fun idea for a baby shower!! Congrats to Lauren!!
Liz DellaCroce
Thanks Doll!
taylor @ greens & chocolate
These 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
No 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
Yay for Lauren!! These bites are so clever too!
Liz DellaCroce
They are so good Erin!!
Sues
These are such a cute idea and SO perfect for a baby shower!
Liz DellaCroce
Aww thank you so much!
ashley - bakerbynature
Liz… 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
Is there anything better than salami and cheese?!
Lauren at Keep It Sweet
Liz, 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
Awww HAPPY BABY SHOWER!!!! I hope you enjoy your special day!! oxoxox
Kayle (The Cooking Actress)
awwww 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!