Description
Indulge in the holiday spirit with this delightful Christmas cheese ball! In just 5 easy steps, you can create a creamy, flavorful appetizer that will impress your guests and elevate any festive gathering. With a blend of rich cheeses, fresh herbs, and a crunchy nut coating, it pairs perfectly with crackers and veggies. This crowd-pleaser is simple to make and sure to become a holiday favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives or parsley
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (lightly toasted)
- 1/2 tsp paprika or cayenne pepper (to taste)
- Assorted crackers and fresh veggies for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix on low speed until creamy.
- Add in the chopped herbs, garlic powder, and any additional seasonings. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture onto plastic wrap, shaping it into a ball. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least two hours.
- Once chilled, unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in the chopped nuts until fully coated.
- Serve on a platter surrounded by colorful crackers and fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg