Best 9 Chili Cheese Balls Recipes

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Chili cheese balls are undoubtedly a real crowd-pleaser. Crunchy on the outside, soft and creamy on the inside, these delicious party snacks are super easy to make, portable, customizable, and ready in just 30 minutes. Whether you're hosting a game day party, a potluck, or just need a quick and easy appetizer for your next get-together, these balls of cheesy, chili-infused goodness are sure to be a hit. Let's dive into how to make the ultimate chili cheese balls that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHILI CHEESE LOG



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This is a yummy dip for crackers! A friend brings this into work, and it's always a hit!

Provided by CHUBBYCHEEKS

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

Time 2h5m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons salsa
1 (1.25 ounce) package chili seasoning mix
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, salsa and chili seasoning mix. Mix until well combined, then shape it into a log or ball. Cover the prepared ball or log with chopped pecans, then with the cheese. Refrigerate the log until you are ready to serve it.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 87.3 mg, Fat 39.3 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 806.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

FLAVORED CHEESE BALLS



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Make all 3 flavors of cheese balls or prepare just 1 or 2, adjusting the ingredients accordingly.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Appetizers

Yield Makes three 4-inch cheese balls

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
3 packages cream cheese (8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
5 dashes hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
8 ounces sharp orange cheddar cheese, finely shredded
2 tablespoons store-bought chutney
3/4 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
Water crackers, for serving
6 ounces Roquefort cheese
1 shallot, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
2 teaspoons brandy (optional)
1 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped
Vegetable chips (such as Terra Chips Sweets & Beets), for serving
8 ounces goat cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
1/3 cup fresh curly-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 English cucumber, cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices, for serving

Steps:

  • Put butter, cream cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and pepper into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until combined. Divide equally among 3 medium bowls.
  • Stir cheddar cheese and chutney with base mixture in the first bowl. Form into a ball. Roll cheese ball in cranberries to coat before serving. Serve with crackers.
  • Stir blue cheese and shallot with base mixture in second bowl; add brandy, if desired. Form into a ball. Roll in walnuts to coat before serving. Serve with chips.
  • Stir goat cheese and scallions with base mixture in remaining bowl. Form into a ball. Roll in parsley to coat before serving. Serve with cucumber slices.

HALLOWEEN CHEESE BALL



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Wonderful addition to any gathering, particularly to celebrate Halloween. Serve with crackers or plain tortilla chips.

Provided by cluelesspanda

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

Time 5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 (8 ounce) package nacho cheese-flavored corn chips (such as DoritosĀ®), crushed
1 bell pepper stem

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese, Cheddar, and chili powder until well mixed. Form into a ball and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Just before serving, roll in corn chip crumbs and top with bell pepper stem to look like a pumpkin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.2 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 48.9 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 283.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CHILI CHEESE BALL SPREAD



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"Easy to make and easy to spread, this spicy cheese ball was my favorite appetizer that Mom made while I was growing up. Now, I enjoy serving it at my own parties and at potlucks." Jerrie Denson - Hobbs, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 1 cheese ball (3 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound process cheese (Velveeta), shredded
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
Chili powder
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cheeses, pecans and garlic salt. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes. Shape into a ball. Coat completely with chili powder. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHILI CHEESE BALLS



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Make and share this Chili Cheese Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 36 balls

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups shredded monterey jack cheese (12 oz)
1 cup shredded Fontina cheese
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 -4 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 teaspoons chili powder

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a medium bowl,mix well.
  • Shape into 1 inch balls.
  • Sprinkle chili powder in a large bowl,add cheese balls,and toss gently to coat.
  • Cover and chill.

CHILI CHEESE BALL



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It wouldn't be Christmas at our house without this zippy, well-seasoned cheese ball-my husband's absolute favorite. The family starts asking about it 2 weeks before the holidays! It's also a big hit at Super Bowl parties.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 1 cheese ball (2-1/2 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 piece Gouda cheese, shredded
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
3-1/2 teaspoons chili powder, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add the Monterey Jack and Gouda; mix well. Stir in the olives, onion and mustard. Add 2 teaspoons chili powder and the garlic powder. Shape into a ball. Combine almonds and remaining chili powder; roll cheese ball in almond mixture. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

CHILI CHEESE BALL



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This creamy, piquant cheese ball is seasoned with Club House Chili Seasoning Mix for a punch of chili flavours. Serve with crackers or tortilla chips for a delicious appetizer centerpiece at parties and holiday gatherings.

Provided by Club House

Categories     Appetizers,Dips and Spreads,

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 cups (312.5 ml) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 tbsp (30 ml) parsley flakes (club house)
2 packages (500 g) pkg (8 oz / 250 g each) cream cheese, softened
1 package (35 g) chili seasoning mix (club house)
1/4 cup (62.5 ml) salsa
1/4 cup (62.5 ml) finely chopped red bell pepper
1 package crackers or tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Combine shredded cheese and Club House Parsley Flakes and set aside.
  • Cream together cream cheese, Club House Chili Seasoning Mix, salsa and bell pepper. Shape into a ball.
  • Roll in shredded cheese mixture. Cover and chill minimum 30 minutes or overnight.
  • Serve with crackers or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 Calories

CHILI CHEESE BALL



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Appetizers & Snacks

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lb Velveeta Cheese
2 pkg (8 oz. each) cream cheese
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Dash of salt
Chili powder

Steps:

  • Place Velveeta Cheese and cream cheese in large bowl. Let cheeses come to room temperature. Mix cheese together well. Add pecans, garlic powder and salt. Mix well.
  • Shape into ball; roll in chili powder. Wrap in foil and chill until firm. Serve with crackers, chips, etc.
  • Variation: Add one small can crushed pineapple, DRAINED very well when you add the pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CHILI BALLS



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Make and share this Chili Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Meatballs

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup rice, uncooked
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 1/2 cups tomatoes, canned
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 tablespoons onions, grated
2 1/2 cups water

Steps:

  • mix meat add egg milk
  • add rice
  • salt.
  • and 1 t chili powder and grated onion and garlic.
  • form 1 1/2 inch meatballs.
  • in stockpot
  • combine 1 t chili powder tomatoes water 1/2 c chopped onion
  • bring to a boil
  • drop meat balls into boiling stock
  • cover simmer 1 1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.1, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 104.8, Sodium 393.1, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 23.2

Tips:

  • Use a large bowl to mix the ingredients, as the mixture will be quite thick.
  • Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this will make the balls tough.
  • If the mixture is too sticky, add more flour until it reaches a consistency that can be easily rolled into balls.
  • Use a cookie scoop to make evenly sized balls.
  • Roll the balls in the bread crumbs before frying to help them hold their shape.
  • Fry the balls in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the balls immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

These chili cheese balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a quick and tasty snack, give these chili cheese balls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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