Description
Classic Cheese Ball is a creamy, savory party appetizer rolled in crunchy nuts, perfect for holidays and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup green onions, finely chopped
- ½ cup red bell pepper, finely diced (optional for color)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (for coating)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Mix in cheddar cheese, green onions, bell pepper, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper until fully combined.
- Shape mixture into a ball (or two smaller balls for easier serving).
- Roll cheese ball in chopped nuts until fully coated.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve with crackers, breadsticks, or veggie sticks.
Notes
- Make ahead: refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours for flavors to meld.
- For gluten-free serving, ensure Worcestershire sauce is gluten-free (optional).
- Try different coatings (almonds, pistachios, or mixed nuts) for variety.
- Let the cheese ball sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving for easier scooping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chill and coat
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball portion (about 1/12 to 1/15 of the ball)
- Calories: About 200 per serving
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: Approximately 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Classic Cheese Ball,Cream Cheese Ball,Cheese Ball Recipe,Party Appetizer,Holiday Appetizer