CELEBRATION CHEESE BALLS
A handful of simple ingredients that go together in minutes, three fun flavorful options...these creamy cheese balls from our Test Kitchen are a darling, do-ahead delight for busy holiday hostesses! Why not whip up several batches? -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 3 cheese balls (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and garlic until blended. Divide into three portions. , For Pine Nut-Pesto Cheese Ball: Beat one portion of cream cheese mixture and pesto until blended. Stir in basil. Chop 2 tablespoons pine nuts; stir into cheese mixture. Shape into a ball; roll in remaining pine nuts. Wrap in plastic; chill until firm. , For Horseradish-Bacon Cheese Ball: Beat one portion of cream cheese mixture and horseradish until blended. Stir in bacon and onion. Shape into a ball. Wrap in plastic; chill until firm., For Salsa Cheese Ball: Beat one portion of cream cheese mixture, tomato paste and salt until blended. Stir in cilantro, onion and jalapeno. Shape into a ball. Wrap in plastic; chill until firm. , Can refrigerate up to two weeks. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Christopher Allen Haggard (TunechiBaby22)
[email protected]Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Sheyla Khamisi
[email protected]I'm going to make this cheese ball for my next party.
Pouric mayiei Aru
[email protected]This cheese ball looks amazing!
Gajs Nabs
[email protected]I can't wait to try this cheese ball recipe.
Quedon Muburirwa
[email protected]This cheese ball is a must-try for any cheese lover.
Caromatic Nakx
[email protected]I've never had a cheese ball like this before. It's so unique and delicious.
Sija 2
[email protected]This cheese ball is the perfect finger food for any party.
Fasi Ghouri
[email protected]I love that this cheese ball can be made ahead of time.
Sir Gavin
[email protected]This cheese ball is a great way to use up leftover cheese.
ansudire sif
[email protected]I've made this cheese ball several times and it's always a success.
Tayyabpagl Tayyabpagl
[email protected]This cheese ball is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my guests.
Jakai
[email protected]This cheese ball is the perfect combination of sweet and savory.
Arslan
[email protected]I love this cheese ball! It's so creamy and flavorful.
William Portillo
[email protected]This cheese ball is so good, I could eat the whole thing myself!
Thet Wai Aung
[email protected]This cheese ball is the perfect appetizer for any party. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Mwondha Stuart
[email protected]I've been making this cheese ball for years and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
Xamdi Cilmi
[email protected]This cheese ball gets rave reviews at every gathering I bring it to.