Best 10 Cream Cheese Cheddar Cheese Ball Recipes

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In the realm of appetizers and snacks, cream cheese cheddar cheese balls reign supreme. These delectable treats, often adorned with a variety of toppings, offer a delightful blend of creamy and tangy flavors that tantalize taste buds and leave guests craving more. With their versatility and ease of preparation, cream cheese cheddar cheese balls have become a staple at gatherings, potlucks, and holiday celebrations, adding a touch of sophistication and indulgence to any occasion. Whether you prefer classic recipes or desire a more adventurous twist, this article will guide you through the essential steps and provide inspiration for creating the perfect cream cheese cheddar cheese ball that will steal the show at your next event.

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CREAM AND CHEDDAR CHEESE BALL



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Very tasty, and quick to prepare, with a minimum of ingredients. McLaren's Imperial Cheese (red container, black lid) is I believe a Canadian product from the Kraft family. It's described as a "Sharp Cold Pack Cheddar". If this particular brand is not available to you, I would think any sharp cheddar would work equally as well. Best made the day before serving. Cooking time indicates minimum chilling time.

Provided by Diana 2

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 ball

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces imperial cheese (red container with black lid)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Allow cheeses to sit at room temperature for an hour to make mixing easier.
  • Blend together the cheeses and sour cream.
  • Stir in the onion, and celery.
  • Form into a ball, and if desired roll in pecans.
  • Wrap in plastic and chill well before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1052.7, Fat 103.2, SaturatedFat 64.8, Cholesterol 300.1, Sodium 753.3, Carbohydrate 14.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.3, Protein 21.2

CREAM CHEESE BALL



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The best easy cream cheese ball with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, strawberry preserves and spices, then rolled in chopped pecans. It disappears at parties!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (8-ounce) packages reduced-fat cream cheese (at room temperature)
1/3 cup strawberry preserves
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
6-10 dashes hot sauce
1 cup freshly shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup raw pecan pieces
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Crackers or baguette slices ((I like buttery Ritz-type crackers or town house crackers))

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and preserves until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the bowl, then beat in the garlic powder, salt, and hot sauce, and then the cheddar cheese.
  • Lay a large sheet of plastic wrap on the counter. Scrape the cheese mixture into the center in as circle-like of a mound as you can. It will not be a perfect ball at this point. Wrap the edges of the plastic around it to seal and encourage it to form a round ball. Place the wrapped cream cheese in a bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Toast the pecans: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and spread the pecans onto an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 7 to 9 minutes, stirring once or twice, until they are deeply toasted and fragrant. Watch very carefully toward the end of the baking time to ensure the pecans do not burn. Transfer to a cutting board and chop into small bits. Let cool completely to room temperature.
  • When ready to serve, remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator. Place the chopped pecans on a plate. (I find it's easiest to use a plate with edges that curve up a little. A pie dish works well too.) Add the parsley and lightly mix with your fingers to combine. Unwrap the cheese ball and place it on the plate with the parsley and pecans, coating well. The cheese ball won't roll like a true ball. Gently lift and turn it, patting the pecans and parsley all over the outside. Carefully lift it onto a serving plate. Serve with crackers or baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 of 12, Calories 223 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g

EASY CHEESE BALL II



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A delicious and easy way to enjoy a cheese ball. Serve with crackers and enjoy! You can cut this recipe in half to make a smaller version. You could substitute Colby, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack cheese for the Cheddar the recipe calls for.

Provided by EXPLORE725

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

Time 2h5m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
2 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 ½ cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a medium size bowl, mash cream cheese. Mix dressing mix and Cheddar cheese into the cream cheese. Shape the mixture into a ball. Roll the ball in the chopped nuts. Refrigerate covered until ready to serve. Yum!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Cholesterol 112.8 mg, Fat 52.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 24 g, Sodium 720.1 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

HAM-CHEDDAR CHEESE BALL



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With the classic combo of ham and cheese, this spread is a year-round favorite at our house. For football parties, shape the mixture into a football and add strips of Swiss for the laces. -Michele Moore, Mooresville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 pound thinly sliced deli ham
1/2 medium onion, cut into wedges
2 cups finely shredded cheddar cheese
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup chopped pecans
1 slice Swiss cheese
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Place ham and onion in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. Add cheddar cheese; pulse until blended. Add cream cheese; process until smooth., Shape cheese mixture into a football; press pecans into cheese mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour., Cut Swiss cheese into strips; arrange over top for laces. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE BALL



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This is a must at any family event my grandmother hosts! It's always out on the counter the whole time we're there...but it never lasts long.

Provided by ajl694s

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup French onion dip
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients (can use electric hand mixer) and shape into ball.
  • Refrigerate, but let set out at room temperature before serving.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.5, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 61, Sodium 274.2, Carbohydrate 1.7, Sugar 0.5, Protein 9.2

CHEESE BALL



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This is a very tasty cheese ball recipe that I got from my cousin. You can make it with lower in fat cheese. I usually use the lower in fat cheese and you can't tell a difference.

Provided by MsBaton

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
12 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and cayenne pepper with a mixer until combined.
  • Shape into a ball.
  • Roll in pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.8, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 25.3, Sodium 125.8, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.8, Protein 4.6

MARTHA'S CHEDDAR CHEESE BALL



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Martha's cheddar cheese ball makes an ideal appetizer for any party.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 1 cheese ball

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, room temperature
2 packages cream cheese (8 ounces each), room temperature
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons mango chutney
1 cup toasted pecans
Crackers, for serving

Steps:

  • Place cheddar, cream cheese, butter, milk, and chutney in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment; mix until well combined. Transfer mixture to refrigerator; let chill overnight. Roll cheese mixture into a ball. Place pecans in a shallow dish. Roll cheese ball in pecans to fully coat. Serve with crackers.

CHEESE BALL III



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This cheese ball is one our family has had and used for 20 years. We love it. It's simple, and most of the ingredients are kept on hand. Roll it in nuts or parsley, if desired. Serve with an assortment of crackers.

Provided by Cindy Carnes

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

Time 3h15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice concentrate
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped green olives

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, blend cream cheese, mayonnaise and lemon juice concentrate. Mix in Cheddar cheese, onion and green olives. Form the mixture into a ball shape. Cover and chill in the refrigerator 3 hours, or until firm, before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 24.3 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 208.8 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

EASY CHEESE BALL



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My mom made this cheeseball every Christmas when I was growing up. It is still one of my favorites! I am not sure of the ranch dressing's envelope size. I don't think it comes in multiple sizes though.

Provided by Ruscinda

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1 cheeseball, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
8 ounces sour cream
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
0.5 (8 ounce) envelope ranch dressing mix
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • mix cheddar cheese, sour cream, cream cheese, and ranch dressing mix.
  • chill for 1 hour or until set.
  • roll in chopped pecans.
  • serve with Ritz crackers.

BLUE CHEESE BALL



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Only five ingredients combine to make an unforgettable classic cheese ball with the distinctive flavor of blue cheese.

Provided by LOONEYPROFESSOR

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

Time 8h10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup minced onion
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, blue cheese, Cheddar cheese, onion and Worcestershire sauce. Transfer to a separate bowl that has been lined with plastic wrap. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • The next day, gather the cream cheese mixture into a ball. Spread the walnuts out on a dinner plate. Roll the cheese ball in nuts until coated. Refrigerate or serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 255.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality cream cheese for the best flavor. Philadelphia cream cheese is a good option.
  • Make sure the cream cheese and butter are softened to room temperature before mixing. This will help them blend together smoothly.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor. Cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan are all good choices.
  • Add-ins like herbs, spices, and nuts can give your cheese ball a unique flavor. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite.
  • Chill the cheese ball for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help it firm up and make it easier to slice.

Conclusion:

Cheese balls are a delicious and easy appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, and holiday gatherings. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a cheese ball recipe that everyone will love. So next time you need a quick and easy appetizer, give one of these recipes a try.

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