Cheese Ball Recipes

This Classic Cheese Ball recipe makes the perfect party appetizer. This cheese ball is made with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, green onion and spices, and coated in chopped pecans.

Nothing beats an appetizer that can be made in 15 minutes, that’s what I love most about this cheese ball. That’s also the best thing about this easy vegetable dip and homemade shrimp cocktail.

A homemade cheeseball is one of the most classic holiday appetizers, ever! If you want to get more creative than the traditional serving style, these mini cheese ball bites are also a crowd favorite.

Classic Cheeseball

This Classic Cheese Ball recipe makes the perfect party appetizer. A cheese ball made with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, green onion and spices, and coated in chopped pecans.

Prep: 15min

Total: 15min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 101 kcal, Protein 4 g, Fat 9 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 125 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 16 ounces cream cheese (, softened)
• 2 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese ((avoid pre-shredded cheese))
• 2 green onion (, chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• dash freshly ground black pepper
• 2/3 cup pecans (, finely chopped)

Instruction:

1. Place cream cheese in a mixing bowl and mix until smooth. Add cheese, green onion, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, parley, garlic powder, oregano and pepper and mix well to combine.
2. Use a rubber spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl and gather the mixture into one lump. Lightly grease your hands and form the mixture into a round ball.
3. Place the pecans on a plate. Hold the cheese ball in one hand and use the other hand to scoop the pecans onto the outside of the ball, pressing them in gently and turning the ball to coat all sides.
4. Cover the cheeseball in cling wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour to allow it to firm up. Take it out of the refrigerator about 20 minutes before serving to allow it to soften just slightly. Serve with crackers, pretzels, vegetables or anything else you’d love to dip in cheese!

Cheese Ball Recipe

The easiest and absolute BEST cheese ball recipe. Cream cheese with Ranch, bacon bits, nuts, and cheese – so GOOD! Serve the cheese ball as an appetizer for potlucks and around the Holidays.

Prep: 10min

Total: 18min

Yield: 16

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 182 kcal, Carbohydrate 4 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 15 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 38 mg, Sodium 667 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 8 oz bacon (chopped, divided)
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 16 oz cream cheese (room temp)
• 1/2 cup Mexican cheese (shredded (4 cheese blend))
• 1 1/4 cups cheddar cheese (shredded and divided)
• 1/4 cup green onions (chopped and divided)
• 1/2 cup walnuts (chopped and divided)
• 3 Tbsp Ranch seasoning
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• 1 1/4 tsp poppyseeds (divided)

Instruction:

1. Cut bacon into small pieces and sauté until cooked. Once cooled, set aside 1/4 of the bacon for the topping.
2. In a bowl, add 3/4 of the bacon, 1/4 cup sour cream, 16 oz cream cheese, 1/2 cup four-cheese blend, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 3 Tbsp green onions, 1/4 cup walnuts, 3 Tbsp Ranch seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp pepper, and 1 tsp poppy seeds. With a wooden spatula, mix all ingredients until well combined.
3. Finely chop the remaining 1/4 of bacon, 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, 1 Tbsp green onion, and 1/4 cup walnuts. Mix together with the 1/4 tsp poppy seed. Spread this mixture onto a cutting board.
4. Form a ball out of the cheese mixture and roll the cheese ball over the toppings to fully coat and shape into an even ball as it’s coated. Serve right away or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Easy Cheese Ball Recipe

This Cheese Ball recipe is such a fun, easy appetizer! It’s packed full of flavor and perfect with your favorite crackers.

Prep: 10min

Total: 70min

Yield: 12

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 159 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 14 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Trans Fat 0.02 g, Cholesterol 32 mg, Sodium 216 mg, Fiber 0.3 g, Sugar 1 g, unSaturated Fat 7 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 4 slices thick cut bacon ((chopped))
• 250 grams cream cheese ((8 oz or 1 package))
• 2 tablespoons sour cream or mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 tablespoons sliced green onions or chives
• ¼ cup toasted pecans or walnuts ((chopped))

Instruction:

1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Place on paper towels to drain and allow to cool.
2. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, sriracha sauce, parsley, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder until smooth and combined.
3. Stir in half of the cooked bacon, shredded cheese, and 2 tablespoons green onions.
4. On a plate, combine remaining bacon, remaining green onions, and nuts.
5. Shape cream cheese mixture into a ball and roll in the bacon mixture to coat. (If this is difficult, you can wrap and refrigerate the cheese ball for one hour before rolling in the coating and serving or refrigerating further.)
6. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Classic Cheese Ball

This Classic Cheese Ball is perfect for any occasion, and it’s so easy to make. Everyone is going to want some of this rich and creamy homemade cheese ball recipe.

Prep: 10min

Total: 130min

Yield: 24

Serving Size: 1 oz

Nutrition Facts: calories 118 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Sodium 122 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 oz

Ingredients:

• 16 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
• 8 ounces Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
• ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
• ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh parsley (divided)
• ½ cup finely chopped Pecans

Instruction:

1. Shape the cheese mixture into a ball.
2. In a medium bowl, mix parsley and chopped pecans.
3. Roll the cheese ball into the coating. Use your hands to make sure that the ball is evenly coated in the coating.
4. Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and chill until firm, about 1-2 hours. Serve with crackers and veggies.

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