Best 7 Island Cheese Ball Recipes

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Appetizers are an essential part of any gathering, and a well-crafted cheese ball can be a delightful and easy-to-make addition to your party spread. Island cheese balls are a unique and flavorful twist on the classic cheese ball, incorporating tropical ingredients like pineapple, coconut, and macadamia nuts. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect island cheese ball to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests.

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20 EASY CHEESE BALLS FOR YOUR NEXT PARTY



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Serve these cheese ball recipes at your next party and watch them disappear! From bacon ranch to cranberry pecan to spinach artichoke, these appetizers are bound to be the stars of the show.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Appetizers     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 21

Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball
Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe
Mini Cheese Ball Bites
Snowman Cheese Ball
Dried Beef Cheese Ball
Cranberry Pecan Cheeseball
Smoked Cheese Ball
Turkey Cheese Ball
Greek Cheese Ball
Spinach Artichoke Cheese Ball
Blue Cheese Cheese Ball
Dill Pickle Cheese Ball
Port Wine Cheese Ball
Caramel Apple Cheese Ball
Pimento Cheese Ball
Taco Cheese Ball Recipe
Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Walnut Pomegranate Cheese Ball
Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball
Cheese Ball Antipasto
Garden Herb Cheese Ball

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a cheese ball in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

ISLANDER CHEESE BALL



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Make and share this Islander Cheese Ball recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

16 ounces cream cheese, softened
8 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
2 tablespoons green onions, including tops,chopped
1/4-1/2 cup green pepper, chopped fine
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
2 cups pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix cheese and pineapple with mixer.
  • Stir in onion, green pepper, salt and 1/2 cup pecans.
  • Roll into one large ball, 2 logs or fill a scooped-out fresh pineapple half.
  • Roll or top with remaining pecans.
  • Note: Serve with bacon-flavored crackers.
  • Makes about 2 cups.

ISLAND CHEESE BALL



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Make and share this Island Cheese Ball recipe from Food.com.

Provided by yamma

Categories     Tropical Fruits

Time 5m

Yield 1 cheese ball

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temp
1/4 cup white raisins
1/4 cup flaked coconut
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup chopped almonds

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, except the almonds.
  • Refrigerate until firm.
  • Shape into ball and roll in the chopped almonds.
  • Serve with crackers.

ITALIAN CHEESE BALLS



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The cheese balls add a change to your pasta dinner. This is a great recipe that I got from my father. He made these while I was growing up and I loved them, now I want to share this with everyone.

Provided by MASSA21

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

Time 1h

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ricotta cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 eggs, beaten
4 egg whites
¾ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, flour, salt, vanilla, lemon zest and eggs. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg whites and sugar. Pour into the cheese mixture, and mix until well blended. Roll into balls about the size of a golf ball, and place in a glass baking dish.
  • Bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 42.2 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 153.1 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

CHEESE BALL SPREAD



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"This rich creamy spread looks so festive with flecks of green onion and red pimiento dotting with cheddar cheese," relates field editor Sundra Hauck of Bogalusa, Louisiana. "It's a crowd-pleaser at any party."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

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

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, chopped
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in cheddar cheese, onions, pimientos, butter and Worcestershire sauce. Press into a small bowl; smooth top. Cover and refrigerate. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before unmolding. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHEESE BALL



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Enjoy crackers with these cheese balls for a tasty appetizer.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10h50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese
3/4 cup crumbled blue, Gorgonzola or feta cheese (4 oz)
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
Assorted crackers, if desired

Steps:

  • Place cheeses in medium bowl; let stand at room temperature about 30 minutes or until softened. Beat onion and Worcestershire sauce into cheeses with electric mixer on low speed until mixed. Beat on medium speed 1 to 2 minutes, scraping bowl frequently, until fluffy. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours until firm enough to shape into a ball.
  • Shape cheese mixture into 1 large ball. Roll in parsley; place on serving plate. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 2 Tablespoons, Sodium 240 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

MAC AND CHEESE BALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: macaroni, butter, flour, milk, cheddar cheese, red leicester, salt, pepper, eggs, breadcrumb

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 25 balls

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cups macaroni
2 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons flour
1 ¾ cups milk
2 ½ cups cheddar cheese
2 ½ cups red leicester
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
2 eggs, for egg wash
breadcrumb, as needed

Steps:

  • Boil water, add macaroni and cook until al dente
  • Melt butter in a pan and mix 2 tsp flour into it.
  • Add the milk gradually.
  • Add both cheeses and cook until melted and the sauce is thick
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add cooked macaroni and thoroughly cover.
  • Refrigerate mixture for one hour.
  • Take mixture out and form into balls on another plate.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Dip the solid balls in egg wash, then breadcrumbs.
  • Fry in hot pan of oil until golden brown on both sides.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • Use a high-quality cheese. The better the cheese, the better the cheese ball will be. Look for a cheese that is flavorful and has a smooth texture.
  • Don't overmix the cheese ball. Overmixing will make the cheese ball tough and crumbly. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Chill the cheese ball before serving. This will help the cheese ball firm up and make it easier to cut and serve.
  • Garnish the cheese ball with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include chopped nuts, crumbled bacon, and fresh herbs.

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 other gatherings. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a cheese ball that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give one of these cheese ball recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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