Easy Cheese Ball Recipe
This simple and delicious Easy Cheese Ball Recipe is the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor, it’s sure to be a hit with your guests!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chill time)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheese Ball:
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions or chives
Coating:
- 1 cup chopped pecans or crushed crackers
Serving:
- crackers and veggies for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and green onions. Mix well until fully combined and smooth. Use a spatula or clean hands to shape the mixture into a ball.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Before serving, roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans or crushed crackers until fully coated.
- Place on a serving plate and serve with crackers, sliced veggies, or pretzels.
Notes
- You can make this cheese ball up to 3 days in advance.
- For variations, mix in cooked bacon bits, jalapeños, or dried cranberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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