Description
A simple yet impressive cheese ball recipe perfect for parties.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball.
- Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans until fully coated.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve with crackers or vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños.
- Can be made a day in advance.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cheese ball, party snack, easy appetizer