Best 7 Cheese Olive Balls Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with a delightful journey into the realm of cheesy, savory goodness with our collection of irresistibly delicious cheese olive ball recipes. These culinary creations seamlessly blend the rich, melty textures of cheese with the tangy, briny notes of olives, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your palate. Discover a variety of recipes that cater to your preferences, whether you crave a classic rendition or a unique twist on this timeless appetizer. From crispy air fryer cheese olive balls to decadent baked versions and even a delightful gluten-free option, our recipes offer something for every cheese and olive enthusiast. Prepare to elevate your next gathering or indulge in a satisfying snack with these delectable cheese olive ball recipes that promise to leave a lasting impression.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

OLIVE CHEESE BALLS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 24 apps

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tablespoon butter, softened
1/2 cup flour
Dash of cayenne
24 stuffed green olives drained and dried
Paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine cheese, butter, flour and cayenne with a fork until a dough-like form forms. Scoop up a tablespoon of the dough and enclose one olive with dough. Roll into a ball and place on baking sheet. Repeat process using up remaining dough. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden. Serve warm.

OLIVE CHEESE BALLS



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A great olive appetizer that can be made in advance and then quickly thrown in the oven. It is a staple for the holidays and every party.

Provided by Pammy

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Vegetable     Olives

Time 1h35m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup butter
36 pimento-stuffed green olives, drained

Steps:

  • Place Cheddar cheese, flour, and butter in a food processor. Blend until cheese is finely ground and a crumbly dough forms.
  • Wrap each olive with a piece of the cheesy dough, covering the olive completely. Place olive balls on a cookie sheet and freeze for 1 hour.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spread frozen olive balls on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Eat with caution as olives will still be hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 67.8 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 13.4 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 139.9 mg

OLIVE CHEESE BALLS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 large, good-quality pimento-stuffed olives
8 ounces cold cream cheese
3/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, finely minced

Steps:

  • Lay the olives on a paper towel-lined plate and gently pat them dry.
  • Slice a small piece of cream cheese about 1/4 inch thick and place 1 olive in the center of the slice. Wrap the cream cheese around the olive and roll it between your hands so it is completely covered and forms a smooth ball. Repeat until all of the olives are covered in cream cheese.
  • Mix the walnuts and parsley in a bowl or shallow dish. Roll each ball in the mixture to completely coat. Refrigerate the coated olives, uncovered, until chilled, at least 1 hour. These can be made a day in advance.
  • Slice in half before serving.

OLIVE CHEESE BALLS



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These little bites of cheesy yummyness were frequent additions to my tea room table. They look very appetizing on a platter or on a three tiered server. I served them both ways. My customers loved them!

Provided by Sherry Ward

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 c soft butter
1-1/4 c flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp paprika
1 jar(s) green stuffed olives, drained

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 deg. Combine all ingredients except olives. Pinch off a small amount of dough and form into a 1-inch ball. Press an olive into the center of the dough ball. Wrap mixture around olive. Be sure the olive is completely covered. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 10 - 12 minutes. These freeze well unbaked.

CHEESE OLIVE BALLS



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A fantastic recipe, a bit different from the others on the site, as it contains more spices. I usually have these in the lounge before settling my guests down for dinner, and they always go really quickly. I don't remember where I got it from, but it's certainly a favorite and I'll be making them for Christmas eve! These are best made the day before, and popped in the oven just before you need them.

Provided by Luschka

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15h30m

Yield 40 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (your favorite)
40 large pimento-stuffed green olives

Steps:

  • In a medium-size bowl, cream butter.
  • Mix in flour, cheese, paprika, cumin, and hot sauce.
  • Cover bowl and refrigerate at least an hour.
  • Dry olives on paper towels.
  • With a ball of cheese mixture that is close in size to the olive, flatten the cheese mixture in your palm, plop the olive in the center, work the mixture up around the olive, and then very gently roll it around between your palms.
  • Make sure the cheese mixture completely seals in the olive.
  • Repeat with remaining olives.
  • Place the cheese-wrapped olives on a parchment-lined baking sheet and place in freezer until frozen. If you are planning to bake immediately, place in the freezer for about 15 minutes.
  • Once frozen, you can store in resealable plastic bags in the freezer until you are read to bake them.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Prior to baking, remove olive from the freezer and allow to stand at room temperature for approximately 15 minute (while the oven is heating).
  • Place olives on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool to slightly warm.
  • Serve at room temperature to slightly warm.

OLIVE CHEESE BALLS



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Make and share this Olive Cheese Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gran9879

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 30 balls

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (5 ounce) jar kraft old English cheese
3/4 cup flour
1/4 cup butter (I'm SURE I used margarine)
1 jar small stuffed olives

Steps:

  • Mix the cheese, flour and butter like pie crust.
  • Shape into balls smaller than walnuts.
  • Press an olive into the center of each, covering completely.
  • Bake 10-15 minutes at 400 degrees.
  • Serve as finger food.
  • Makes 30.
  • Can be frozen before baking.
  • Best served warm.

OLIVE CHEESE BALLS



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Categories     Cheese     Appetizer     Bake     Christmas     Cocktail Party     Super Bowl     New Year's Eve     Fall     Winter     Potluck

Yield 48 balls

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups shredded sharp, natural Cheddar cheese (8 ounces)
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
48 small pimiento-stuffed olives, drained and patted dry

Steps:

  • 1. Stir together cheese and flour in large bowl. Stir in butter thoroughly. (If dough seems dry, work with hands.) 2. Mold 1 teaspoon dough around each olive; shape into ball. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour but no longer than 24 hours. 3. Heat oven to 400ºF. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until light brown.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality olive oil. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cheese balls.
  • Use fresh herbs. Dried herbs can be used, but fresh herbs will give your cheese balls a brighter flavor.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cheese balls tough.
  • Chill the dough before frying. This will help the cheese balls hold their shape.
  • Fry the cheese balls until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Serve the cheese balls warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Cheese olive balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty snack that will be enjoyed by everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give cheese olive balls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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