Appetizers

Appetizers

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From traditional appetizers to delicious small bites of your favorite entrees, Eat Your Heart Out Edibles offers a wide selection of tiny tasty treats.  Don’t see your favorite here?  Just ask Chef Angela!

cranberry brie bites

Cranberry Brie Bites Mini-muffin tins are lined with puff pastry and filled with delicate brie cheese, toasted pecan pieces and home-made cranberry sauce, baked to a gooey, sweet and savory finish, then topped with a drizzle of honey.
Options: replace the cranberries with your choice of blueberries, peaches or strawberries!

Lasagna Cupcakes

Lasagna Cupcakes
The perfect two-bite appetizer of baked dough filled with homemade Bolognese sauce and a ricotta and mozzarella cheese mixture, baked to a bubbly, golden perfection.

Pumpkin Sage Wonton CupsPumpkin/Sage Wonton Cups
Mini edible wonton cups filled with a creamy pumpkin/sage/Parmesan spread topped with dried cranberries and toasted walnuts.

Stuffed mushrooms

Simple or Sophisticated Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Chef Angela has a wide variety of stuffed mushroom caps, from her most-requested spinach and cheese stuffed mushrooms to caps stuffed with sausage, to the more sophisticated option of a lump crab meat stuffing. Contact Chef Angela for the full list.

Hummus or Basil Pesto Stuffed Cucumber Cups or Tomato Cups  Hummus Cucumber Cups shown

Antipasto Bites

Antipasto Bites The perfect light bite for your summer BBQ! (mozzarella ball, grape tomato, salami, olives and cheese tortellini) 

Santa Fruit Kabobs Tray

Santa Fruit Kabobs Juicy, plump grapes, strawberries, and marshmallows strung together on a kabob for a healthy holiday treat!

pumpkin brie quesadillas

Pumpkin/Brie Quesadillas  Chili/honey-enhanced pumpkin puree is layered with smooth and creamy brie cheese and finely minced sage between two flour tortillas and pan-grilled to a golden finish; served with honey-chipotle creme for dipping.

Fall Fig Caprese Skewers

Fall Fig Caprese Skewers Fresh mozzarella, dried fig, roasted butternut squash and fresh basil, delicately threaded on toothpicks, are the perfect light bite to go around at your next cocktail party.

Crab Cakes with Lemon Dill Sauce

Crab Cakes 
Lump crab meat, parmesan cheese, mustard, red bell pepper, Ritz cracker, mayo and green onion are formed into patties, pan-seared to golden and finished in the oven.  

Grilled Cheese Rollups

Grilled Cheese Roll-ups
This is the ultimate comfort food-snack, and the perfect way to bring you back to a classic childhood lunch. These roll-ups are also a huge hit at cocktail parties; they are the perfect, fun appetizer for kids and adults alike! Served with Tomato Soup Dipping Sauce.

Buffalo Chicken Skewers

Buffalo Chicken Skewers These appetizer skewers with celery and served with Blue Cheese Dipping Sauce (not pictured) are healthy, gluten– and dairy-free (without the sauce), perfect for Keto, low-carb, and Paleo-goers alike! 

Gorgonzola Feta Truffles

Gorgonzola and Feta “Truffles”
Gorgonzola and Feta balls are rolled in various fresh garden herbs, toasted nuts, and dried fruits, taking on the appearance of a truffle in shape with a sweet and savory flavor punch.

Cherry Tomatoes and Goat Cheese Truffles

Cherry Tomato and Goat Cheese Truffles Sweet Cherry Tomatoes wrapped in Goat Cheese and rolled in pistachios make a tasty crunchy bite. 

shrimp shots

Shots, shots and more shots!
Do you have a craving to serve something unique at your next bash? Let Chef Angela take a shot at that! From her most loved shrimp shots (similar to a ceviche) to her roasted veggie shots, to her more classic veggies and dip shots, Chef Angela has a wide variety of appetizers served in shot glasses for a fun way to eat your apps! Contact Chef Angela for the full list.

taco bites

Taco Cups
Seasoned ground beef and cheese fill mini taco “cups” and are topped with fresh sour cream, tomatoes, lettuce and black olives.

Pigs in a Blanket

Pigs in a Blanket Everyone’s favorite!  

Spinach Artichoke Dip Bowl


Spinach Artichoke Dip Bowls
The classic dip served in a bread bowl.

Spinach Artichoke Dip Cups


Spinach Artichoke Dip Cups
The classic dip served in edible “cups”.

Crab Rangoon Bites

Crab Rangoon Bites
A healthier alternative to the ever-popular American Chinese appetizer. Baked (not fried!) wonton cups are stuffed with a rich filling of cream cheese, lump crabmeat, green onions and various Asian seasonings.

Bacon-wrapped Scallops

Scallops Wrapped in Bacon
The classic hors d’oeuvre of Diver scallops wrapped in peppered bacon and baked to a golden finish – elegant and hearty all in one bite!

Cheesy Meatball Bites

Cheesy Meatball Bites Muffin tins are filled with pastry to make an edible cup/bowl that holds a meatball, sauce and cheese, for the ultimate flavor combo, kind of like Italian bread and meatballs all in one bite – like a meatball sandwich! 

Reuben Phyllo Cups

Reuben Phyllo Cups
A mini version of the famous sandwich:  pastrami, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Thousand Island dressing in a crispy phyllo dough cup.

coconut shrimp

Oven Baked Coconut Shrimp
“One of Chef Angela’s personal favorites – jumbo shrimp with a coconut-panko coating, baked to a crisp finish and served with a sweet and savory dipping sauce.

Goldfish Crusted Chicken Tenders

Goldfish Crusted Chicken Tenders
Bring out the kid in your guests! These bad boys were first offered as a kids’ meal option at a party Chef Angela catered, but after an hour all the adults devoured them. Since then, these unique chicken tenders have been making their way into appetizer parties everywhere, served with a ranch dipping sauce on the side.

Philly Cheesesteak Cups

Philly Cheesesteak Cups  Shaved sirloin, peppers and onions stuffed into an edible cup and topped with melted provolone cheese, for everyone’s fav south Philly sammy!

bruschetta

Bruschetta for Every Taste
Traditional tomato, steak and herbed goat cheese, vegetarian, gorgonzola, arugula, raisin, blueberry-honey cinnamon and so many more…Chef Angela has a wide assortment of bruschetta to please everyone’s palates. Contact Chef Angela for the full list.

Steak and Potato Bites

Steak & Potato Bites
Rosemary-roasted baby red skin potato halves, topped with a slice of filet mignon and a dollop of chive-crème, making for a mouthwatering appetizer!

buffalo chicken rollup

Buffalo Chicken Roll-Ups    Another popular appetizer among Chef Angela’s clients: thin dough is wrapped around a filling of shredded chicken, tangy blue cheese, and shredded cabbage slaw, baked to a golden crisp finish and served with blue cheese sauce for dipping…a unique alternative to the ever-popular buffalo chicken dip.

shrimp pesto lollipops

Pesto Shrimp Lollipops   Skewers of lemon-infused pesto marinated jumbo shrimp with French bread bites, baked to a finish and served chilled for the perfect savory ‘lollipop’.

Guacamole Bites   Corn tortillas chips are topped with client’s selection of unique guacamole. From traditional to bacon and blue cheese, to jumbo lump crabmeat and mango, Chef Angela has a guacamole recipe that is sure to please everyone. Contact Chef Angela for the full list.

caprese bites

Tomato/Basil Caprese Bites
Fragrant basil, juicy grape tomatoes and fresh Italian herbed mozzarella balls, delicately threaded on tooth picks, are the perfect light bite to go around at your next cocktail party.

French Dip Baguette

French Dip Baguette
Toasty French Bread stuffed with roast beef, caramelized onions, provolone, and parmesan-butter! Ohh yeeeah!

Bunless Cheeseburger Bites

Bunless Cheeseburger Bites
Move over, sliders. This adorable appetizer is the new favorite way to eat a cheeseburger. Mini kabobs threaded with a mini cheeseburger patty, lettuce, pickle slice and cherry tomato, great for gluten-free guests too.

mini mexican quiche

Mini Quiches
Choose from Sausage and cheese, Spinach and Cheese, Mexican style, or create your favorite combo, just let Chef Angela know!

sliders

Cheeseburger Sliders or Bacon and Horseradish Sliders  Ground beef sirloin burgers topped with your choice of cheese, or a horseradish mayo and a crisp piece of bacon.

seafood mac and cheese bites

Baked Seafood Mac & Cheese Bites
These mini party food bites will have your mouth screaming for more! Creamy extra‐sharp Cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, combined with elbow macaroni, fresh shrimp and lump crab meat, baked in mini portions – perfect to pop in your mouth and keep on partying!

deli wraps

Deli Wraps
Client’s choice of a variety of meats and cheeses, rolled in assorted flour tortillas and cut into perfect bite-size pieces.  Choose from Ham and Cheese, Roast Beef and Cheese, Turkey and Cheese, Turkey and Cranberry, or your favorite combo – just let Chef Angela know!

crudites tray

Crudités Tray
Assorted meats, cheeses and vegetables.

Avocado Mango Chicken Salad Cups

Avocado/Mango Chicken Salad Cups
Shredded white meat chicken is combined in Chef Annie’s homemade Amish style sweet mayonnaise dressing for the most creamy chicken salad you will ever taste; combined with fresh cilantro, lime juice, minced red onion and fresh cubed avocado and mango for an island style chicken salad fiesta! This delicious salad is served in crispy edible cups.  Seasonal item, check with Chef Angela for availability

Spanakopita Rollups

Spanakopita Roll-Ups
Pastry filled with a Greek-style filling of spinach, feta cheese, lemon juice and a splash of heavy cream, baked to a golden, light finish!

Fish Tacos

Fish Tacos
Client’s choice of halibut, cod, mahi or tilapia, with slaw and a chipotle crème drizzle; served in corn tortillas.

Shrimp Cocktail

Shrimp Cocktail
The traditional favorite!

crabby meltaways

Crabby Melt Aways
Pumpernickel bread topped with a creamy, cheesy crab spread and roasted peppers, all broiled to perfection.

Butternut Squashh Apple Crostini

Butternut Squash and Apple Crostini
Crostini is topped with a layer of ricotta cheese, butternut squash and apples that have been roasted in fall spices, fresh sage and sautéed onions, and finished off with a drizzle of balsamic reduction – for a delicious twist on bruschetta, making the perfect appetizer for fall!

Huli Huli Shrimp Pineapple Kabobs

Huli-Huli Chicken or Shrimp & Pineapple Kabobs
Your choice of protein marinated in a soy, ginger, brown sugar and a smidge of red pepper flakes sauce, roasted to perfection and perfect served chilled/room temperature.

Filet Crostini

Filet Crostini
Bite-sized crostini with filet mignon, topped with crème fraîche.

Monte Cristo Pinwheels

Monte Cristo Pinwheels
Inspired by a popular sandwich, these baked Monte Cristo Pinwheels are sweet, savory and definitely sure to be a hit at your next gathering!

Harvest Beet Caprese Skewers

Harvest Beet Caprese Skewers
Fresh mozzarella, roasted beets, cubed crisp Granny Smith Apples, and fresh mint, delicately threaded on toothpicks, are the perfect light, gluten-free bite to go around at your next cocktail party.

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