Description
A creamy and tangy cheese ball that is easy to make ahead and perfect for parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces (2 packages) full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (8 oz) shredded sharp cheddar
- 2 tablespoons minced chives
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3/4 to 1 cup finely chopped toasted pecans or fresh herbs for coating
Instructions
- Softening the cream cheese to room temperature.
- Beat the cream cheese until silky smooth.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar, chives, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap.
- Roll the exterior in chopped pecans or herbs.
- Chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Notes
For best results, allow the cheese ball to chill overnight for flavor melding. Serve with an assortment of crackers and fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg