Description
Indulge in our delightful Cheese Ball Recipe, a must-have appetizer for any gathering! With just five simple ingredients, this creamy and flavorful cheese ball is not only quick to prepare but also guaranteed to impress your guests. Coated in crunchy pecans, it offers a satisfying texture that pairs beautifully with an array of accompaniments like fresh vegetables, crackers, or toasted bread. Perfect for parties or as a snack, this versatile recipe can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices to make it uniquely yours. Prepare it ahead of time and let the flavors meld for an even more delicious experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (use a non-alcoholic option)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder; mix until well combined.
- Place a large piece of plastic wrap on your counter. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the center of the wrap and gather the edges to form a ball. Twist the ends to secure tightly.
- Refrigerate for at least 8 hours to firm up and enhance flavors.
- Before serving, unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in chopped pecans until evenly coated. Serve with crackers or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg