Best 8 Amish Cheeseball Recipes

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When you're looking for an easy and delicious appetizer or snack, Amish cheeseball is always a winner. This classic recipe is made with a combination of cream cheese, butter, cheddar cheese, and spices, and it's then coated in a mixture of nuts and herbs. The result is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful treat that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're serving it at a party, a potluck, or simply enjoying it as a snack at home, Amish cheeseball is sure to be a hit. Here are a few of the best recipes for Amish cheeseball, each with its own unique twist on the classic dish.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CHEESE BALLS



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Satisfy with a simple, spicy app.

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
½ tsp kosher salt
1 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Put the cream cheese, cheddar, garlic, parsley, cayenne, black pepper, and salt in a food processor. Process for 5 to 10 seconds, until well blended. Scrape the mixture into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Spread the chopped walnuts on a plate. Shape the cheese mixture into 35 to 40 small cheese balls, each about the size of a large marble. Roll each cheese ball in the walnuts, coating the outside (you may to press a little to ensure sticking).
  • Serve the cheese balls on a large platter. You can put a toothpick in each ball, but you could also surround them with crackers and let guests use their hands. It all depends on what kind of party you're having.

CHOCOLATE CHIP CHEESE BALL



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Your guests are in for a sweet surprise when they try this chocolate chip cheese ball-it tastes just like cookie dough! Rolled in chopped pecans, this chip-studded spread is wonderful on regular or chocolate graham crackers. I especially like it because it can be assembled in a wink. -Kelly Glascock, Syracuse, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
3/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
Graham crackers

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla until smooth; beat in sugars just until blended. Stir in chocolate chips. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 2 hours. , Place mixture on a large sheet of plastic wrap; shape into a ball. Refrigerate, wrapped, at least 1 hour. , To serve, roll cheese ball in pecans. Serve with graham crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PARTY CHEESE BALL



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Serve this cheese spread on special occasions with whole wheat crackers, pita chips and cut-up celery.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 3h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (8 ounce) packages PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
2 (8 ounce) packages KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped red bell pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 dash ground red pepper
1 dash salt
1 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese and cheddar cheese in small bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
  • Mix in all remaining ingredients except pecans; cover. Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
  • Shape into ball; roll in pecans. Serve with assorted NABISCO Crackers.

CHOCOLATE CHIP CHEESE BALL



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A sweet switch from the usual cheese ball. Serve with graham crackers or chocolate wafers.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup butter, softened
¾ cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
¾ cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth. Mix in confectioners' sugar, brown sugar and vanilla. Stir in chocolate chips. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • Shape chilled cream cheese mixture into a ball. Wrap with plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
  • Roll the cheese ball in finely chopped pecans before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 41.9 mg, Sugar 6 g

AL'S AWARD-WINNING GARLIC CHEESE BALL



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I'm not sure where I got this recipe, but I've refined it over several years and now have a cheese ball that friends and relatives beg me to make for parties and gatherings. The "award-winning" part of the title is from my works annual Christmas party where all of the dishes brought to the party were voted on. This recipe has won two times, giving me an extra day of vacation each time. Note: This recipe is best when made 12 to 24 hours before serving.

Provided by Gormet Al

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 10-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package shredded cheddar cheese
1 (4 ounce) package sliced beef
1 bunch green onion
4 -5 fresh garlic cloves
1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Open cream cheese and cheddar cheese placing them into large mixing bowl. On cutting board, finely chop green onions and place them in mixing bowl with cheeses. Do the same with the sliced beef. Beef and green onions may be finely chopped with a small food processor. Using a garlic press, mince garlic and place into mixing bowl.
  • Wait until cheeses have become soft; about 1 hour. Add lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. Using your hands (this will be messy), thoroughly mix all ingredients in the bowl. When all ingredients are mixed well, place cheese ball on piece of foil. Roughly shape into ball with hands. Wash cheese ball stuff off of hands with warm water. With wet hands, smooth cheese ball into desired shape.
  • Place cheese ball into sealed plastic container and refrigerate overnight. (Or just refrigerate without placing into a sealed container and everything in your refrigerator will smell like garlic for about a week).
  • Take out of 'fridge about an hour before serving. Serve with your favorite crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.5, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 85.1, Sodium 317, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 2.2, Protein 9.6

MINI CHEESE BALLS



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These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary and/or paprika to add even more flavor. -J. Spivey, Ennice, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 36 cheese balls

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: Toasted sesame seeds, minced fresh rosemary and paprika
Optional garnishes: Halved rye crisps and rolled tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cheeses. Shape into 36 balls; roll balls in toppings as desired. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. To serve, if desired, press a rye crisp or rolled corn chip into the top of each cheese ball.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHEESE BALL I



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This is a wonderful cheese ball. It is very easy to make and simply delicious. Whenever I make it for gatherings or work it always gets great reviews. Serve with an assortment of crackers.

Provided by Ellen Rainey

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Ball Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (1 ounce) package Ranch-style dressing mix
2 cups chopped pecans
4 pecan halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and dressing mix. Form into one large ball or two smaller balls. Roll in chopped pecans to coat surface. Decorate the top with pecan halves. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 179.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL



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My mother-in-law gave me this recipe. It is my favorite cheese ball and I like it best on buttery round crackers.

Provided by Tish Gidney

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup minced celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon minced onion
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, celery, bell pepper, onion, and crushed pineapple. Divide the mixture in half and form two balls out of the mixture. Roll each ball in the pecans. Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 89.4 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

Tips:

  • Soften the cream cheese: To ensure a smooth and creamy texture, make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients. You can soften it by leaving it out on the counter for about 30 minutes or by microwaving it on low power for a few seconds.
  • Use a good quality cheddar cheese: The cheddar cheese is the main flavor component of the cheeseball, so it's important to use a good quality cheese. Look for a sharp cheddar with a strong flavor.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins: Feel free to add your favorite mix-ins to the cheeseball, such as bacon, ham, jalapeños, or chives. You can also add a little bit of garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika for extra flavor.
  • Chill the cheeseball before serving: Chilling the cheeseball before serving will help it to firm up and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Amish cheeseball is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, sharp cheddar cheese flavor, and customizable mix-ins, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack or appetizer, give Amish cheeseball a try.

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