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Easy Cheese Ball Recipe

Delicious Easy Cheese Ball Recipe for Effortless Entertaining

This Easy Cheese Ball Recipe is a creamy, savory masterpiece, perfect for any gathering with just five ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
For the Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup pecans finely chopped

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  2. Gradually incorporate the cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Mix until evenly combined, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Spoon the cheese mixture onto plastic wrap, gather the edges, and shape it into a ball.
  4. Chill the cheese ball in the refrigerator for a minimum of 8 hours or overnight.
  5. Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in the chopped pecans for an even coating.
  6. Transfer to a serving platter and allow to sit at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mg

Notes

Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 30 minutes before mixing for a smoother consistency. Experiment with different flavor variations and allow to chill for best results.

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