Cheese Ball Recipe
This Cheese Ball Recipe is a crowd-pleasing, creamy, and cheesy appetizer perfect for any party or get-together!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Hand Mixer or Spoon
- Plastic Wrap
- Serving platter
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese at room temperature
- 1.5 cups shredded white sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 green onions sliced
- a few dashes hot sauce to taste
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- Crackers, cut up vegetables, or baguette slices for serving
Instructions
Cheese Ball Recipe Cooking Guide
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the room temperature cream cheese, shredded white sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, sliced green onions, and hot sauce. Use a hand mixer on low speed or mix by hand until everything is well combined and creamy.
- Once the mixture is smooth, use a spatula to transfer it onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Gather the corners of the wrap and shape the cheese mixture into a ball. Twist the wrap to secure it tightly and place the cheese ball in the refrigerator to chill for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- After the cheese ball has chilled, remove it from the refrigerator. Carefully unwrap it and roll the cheese ball in the finely chopped pecans until it is fully coated.
- Place the cheese ball on a serving platter and serve it with your choice of crackers, cut-up vegetables, or baguette slices. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make the cheese ball at least 2 hours ahead for best texture.
- Substitute pecans with walnuts, almonds, or sunflower seeds if desired.
- Store wrapped in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.