Best 4 Holiday Dried Beef Cheese Ball Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Holiday Dried Beef Cheese Ball, a savory treat that combines the richness of cheese, the tanginess of dried beef, and the crunch of nuts. This appetizer is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for festive gatherings and holiday parties. Our recipe collection offers two variations of this classic dish: a traditional version and a spicy version for those who enjoy a kick. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal preparation time, making them ideal for busy hosts. Join us as we explore the flavors and textures of this timeless appetizer, guaranteed to leave your guests craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

DRIED BEEF CHEESE BALL



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This dried beef cheese ball recipe is the perfect old school holiday appetizer! Tangy cream cheese is loaded with salty chipped beef, worcestershire sauce, garlic powder and scallions. Unlike the original recipe, this one has way less salt and no MSG so it's much healthier!

Provided by grilledcheesesocial

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 8 oz block of cream cheese (room temp)
1.5 jars of Armour dried beef (about 2.25 oz each, chopped and divided)
6 green onions (divided)
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Mix together cream cheese, 1 jar of chopped dried beef, 4 chopped green onions, worcestershire saucee, and garlic powder.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together remaining chopped dried beef and chopped scallion.
  • Oil or spray your hands with nonstick and shape the cream cheese mixture into a ball. Roll the ball in the dried beef and scallion mixture until it's thoroughly coated.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

HOLIDAY DRIED BEEF CHEESE BALL



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Make and share this Holiday Dried Beef Cheese Ball recipe from Food.com.

Provided by skottishdonkey

Categories     Spreads

Time 45m

Yield 5-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 (8 ounce) packets cream cheese
1 bunch green onion
1 (8 ounce) jar dried beef

Steps:

  • keep cheese out to soften, cut up green onion in small pieces and wash well, cut up beef in small pieces.
  • Mix all in a bowl and then shape into ball or other shape.
  • cover with foil and refrigerate for 1 hr or 2 before serving with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.7, Fat 32.6, SaturatedFat 20.4, Cholesterol 135.6, Sodium 1538, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.9, Protein 21.4

CHIPPED BEEF CHEESE BALL



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This delicious appetizer is near and dear to our family. It is a symbol of our family's Christmas and New Year's celebrations. My mom made this cheese ball for more than 30 years. -Molly Sumner, Creve Coeur, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 packages (2 ounces each) thinly sliced dried beef
12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup finely chopped sweet onion
4 drops Worcestershire sauce
Ritz crackers and Assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • Place beef in a food processor; pulse until finely chopped. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in 2/3 cup beef and the onion and Worcestershire sauce. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour., Place remaining beef in a small shallow bowl. Shape cheese mixture into a ball; roll in beef to coat evenly. Wrap; refrigerate at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

DRIED BEEF CHEESE BALL



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Had this at a friends once and loved it. i serrve it at home gatherings. I love it on waverly crackers and ritz type crackers.

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     Spreads

Time 1h

Yield 1 9oz ball

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces cream cheese
2 green onions (minced)
1 teaspoon divided Accent seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (2 1/4 ounce) jar dried beef, rinsed with warm water, drained well and chop well

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients together using half of the beef.
  • Taste, add more accent if needed a little at a time.
  • Then forml into a ball.
  • roll the ball in the rest of the beef.
  • Refrigerate until firm about a hour.
  • Serve with crackers.
  • **Verygood with low fat cream cheese.
  • this recipe makes a small ball.
  • If doubling cream cheese just save 1/4 of the meat for outside.
  • **easierrolling-You may also want to let the ball firm up in fridge before placing meat on the outside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 886.4, Fat 79.1, SaturatedFat 44.5, Cholesterol 300.3, Sodium 2541.6, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 10, Protein 33.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the cheese ball will be.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients. This will help the cheese ball come together smoothly.
  • Use a food processor to finely chop the dried beef. This will help it distribute evenly throughout the cheese ball.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can finely chop the dried beef by hand. Just be sure to chop it very finely so that it doesn't overpower the other flavors in the cheese ball.
  • Serve the cheese ball with crackers, vegetables, or bread. You can also use it as a spread on sandwiches or wraps.

Conclusion:

Holiday Dried Beef Cheese Ball is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with cream cheese, sour cream, dried beef, onion, and spices. The cheese ball is then rolled in chopped pecans and served with crackers, vegetables, or bread. This cheese ball is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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