Description
Creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor — this Savory Cheese Ball is the ultimate holiday appetizer that always steals the show! Blended with cheddar, cream cheese, herbs, and crunchy nuts, it’s the perfect centerpiece for your festive snack board.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 green onions, finely chopped
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for coating)
2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
Crackers, pretzels, or veggies for serving
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
2. Mix until well blended and creamy.
3. Shape mixture into a ball (or two smaller balls) using plastic wrap to help mold it.
4. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
5. Roll chilled cheese ball in chopped nuts until fully coated.
6. Garnish with parsley and serve with crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks.
Notes
🧀 Tip 1: Swap cheddar for pepper jack or smoked gouda for bold flavor.
🌶️ Tip 2: Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
🥓 Tip 3: Mix in crumbled bacon for an irresistible smoky crunch.
🍯 Tip 4: Roll in dried cranberries and nuts for a sweet-savory version.
🎄 Tip 5: Shape it into a wreath or snowman for a fun holiday presentation!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: cheese ball, holiday appetizer, party snack, savory cheese spread, easy appetizer recipe