GINGERED LEMON CHEESE BALLS

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Roll your cheese balls in the gingersnap crumbs just before serving to keep the cookie bits crisp and crunchy -a nice contrast to the smooth, creamy spread underneath. -Libby Walp, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2 cheese balls (1-1/2 cups each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons light brown sugar
3 tablespoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 gingersnap cookies, crushed
Assorted sliced fresh fruit and graham crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and sugars until smooth. Stir in lemon zest, juice and vanilla. Shape into two balls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours., Just before serving, place gingersnap crumbs in a shallow bowl. Roll in crumbs. Serve with fruit and crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Debra White
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These cheese balls are a great make-ahead appetizer. You can make them a day or two in advance and then just pop them in the oven when you're ready to serve.


Patricia Mills
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I made these cheese balls for my kids' birthday party and they loved them.


Dorjoy Das
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These cheese balls are the perfect finger food for a party.


Ferdaus ahmed
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I love how versatile these cheese balls are. You can add different herbs and spices to change up the flavor.


Kayleigh Draper
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These cheese balls are a great way to use up leftover cheese.


Ombabu Chauhan
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I've been making these cheese balls for years and they're always a hit. They're the perfect appetizer for any occasion.


Md Merazul
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These cheese balls are so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Mubeen Atiq
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I made these cheese balls for my Super Bowl party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


VertaxGD
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These cheese balls are perfect for a party. They're easy to make and they always disappear quickly!


Jacobus Dork
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I've never had a cheese ball with ginger and lemon before, but it was delicious! I'll definitely be making these again.


Lesley Collins
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These cheese balls are a little too sweet for my taste.


George Sarfo
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I'm not a huge fan of ginger, but I loved these cheese balls. The lemon really balances out the flavor.


Kanhya Lal
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These cheese balls are always the first to go at potlucks. Everyone loves them!


Muneza Patrick
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I love how easy these cheese balls are to make. I always have the ingredients on hand, so they're a great last-minute appetizer.


Ovi Sheikh
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These cheese balls were a hit at my holiday party! They're so creamy and flavorful, and the ginger and lemon give them a really unique and festive taste.