Cheese Ball Recipe
A classic and flavorful Cheese Ball appetizer combining cream cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, and fresh herbs, coated with crunchy nuts for a perfect party snack or holiday gathering treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coating
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Mix the cheese and herbs: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, shredded Parmesan, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and form a smooth mixture.
- Form and chill the cheese ball: Shape the cheese mixture into a ball using your hands or a spatula. Place it on a piece of plastic wrap, tightly wrap the ball, and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours until it becomes firm and easier to handle.
- Prepare the nut coating: In a shallow bowl, place the chopped pecans or walnuts. Once the cheese ball is chilled, unwrap it and roll it gently in the nuts, pressing lightly to ensure the nuts stick well to the surface.
- Serve and enjoy: Place the nut-coated cheese ball on a serving platter. Serve it with an assortment of crackers, sliced bread, and fresh vegetables for dipping and spreading.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow cheese ball to chill overnight.
- Use either pecans or walnuts based on preference or availability.
- Can be made a day ahead and kept refrigerated.
- Pair with your favorite crackers or fresh vegetable sticks like celery and carrots.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to taste if you prefer more or less spice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of cheese ball (approx. 80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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