Cheese Ball Recipe
This no-bake Cheese Ball Recipe is a festive, crowd-pleasing snack that’s ready in under an hour. Perfect for holiday spreads, potlucks, or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened (use full-fat for silky texture)
- 4 oz sharp cheddar finely shredded (or Colby for milder taste)
- 2 tbsp whole milk Greek yogurt brands like Fage or Chobani
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 1 tbsp fresh chives minced (or green onion tops)
- ¼ cup pecans or walnuts chopped (plus extra for rolling)
- 2 tbsp dried cranberries or sun-dried tomatoes finely chopped (optional for sweetness/tang)
Instructions
- Beat the softened cream cheese until fluffy in a medium bowl.
- Stir in Greek yogurt, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth and glossy.
- Fold in shredded cheddar, minced chives, pecans, and cranberries until evenly dispersed.
- Scoop the blend onto plastic wrap, shape into a ball, roll in nuts, and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- After chilling, roll the cheese ball in nut-berry mixture, transfer to a platter, and serve with crackers, veggies, and breadsticks.
Notes
For a lighter spin, swap half the cream cheese with plain cottage cheese. Use blanched almonds instead of pecans for milder crunch. Fresh garlic can be used instead of garlic powder. Store wrapped cheese ball in the fridge for up to a week. Let it sit at room temperature before serving for best flavor.
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