Best 2 My Sisters Spicy Cheese Ball Recipes

Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Spicy Cheese Ball, a tantalizing appetizer that is sure to captivate your taste buds and leave you craving more. This delectable treat combines the perfect blend of sharp cheddar cheese, creamy cream cheese, and a hint of zesty spices, all rolled in a crunchy coating of crushed crackers.

In addition to the classic Spicy Cheese Ball, this article presents a collection of equally enticing variations that cater to diverse preferences and dietary restrictions. For those who prefer a milder flavor, the Mild Cheese Ball offers a delightful alternative, while the Bacon Cheese Ball adds a savory twist with crumbled bacon. For those with a gluten intolerance, the Gluten-Free Cheese Ball provides a delicious option made with gluten-free crackers. Each recipe is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions to ensure that you create a perfect cheese ball every time.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

EASY JALAPEñO AND RED PEPPER CHEESE BALL

Easy Jalapeño and Red Pepper Cheese Ball image

This Jalapeño Cheese Ball is just spicy enough that the more you have, the more you want!! A fast, easy, and foolproof hit!!

Provided by Averie Sunshine

Categories Appetizers

Time 3h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

two 8-ounce packages brick-style cream cheese, very well softened (lite is okay)
8-ounces grated sharp or extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper with seeds and stem removed (about 1/2 of a medium/large pepper)
1/3 cup finely diced jalapeño pepper with seeds and stem removed (about 1 medium/large pepper; if you want spread extra-spicy keep some or all of the seeds)
2 finely minced cloves of peeled garlic
optional 1/3 cup of chives, green or red onion, corn, or bacon bits
1/2 cup Fisher Chopped Walnuts, or as necessary to fully cover cheese ball
1/2 cup Fisher Natural Sliced Almonds, or as necessary to fully cover cheese ball

Steps:

In a large bowl, add all ingredients except nuts, and stir to combine or use a handheld electric mixer and beat on low speed to combine. Make sure cream cheese is very well softened before beginning or it will be unnecessarily difficult to combine the ingredients.
Using a spatula (or your hands), pat mixture into a ball inside bowl; it's okay if it's not perfectly round.
Turn ball out onto a large piece of plasticwrap and wrap it up. Gently pat it into a nice smooth ball, and place ball inside a ziptop bag to prevent fridge smells.
Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight, to chill and firm up.
Prior to serving, combine the walnuts and almonds in a medium bowl and gently roll the ball in nuts until it's completely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 713 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 152 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 64 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 22 grams protein, SaturatedFat 31 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 740 grams sodium, Sugar 7 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 26 grams unsaturated fat

SPICY SAUSAGE BALLS

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These sausage balls are the perfect bite-size combination of cheese, meat and biscuits -- all rolled into one. A staple around the holidays in the South, they are perfect on their own as an appetizer, or served as a side dish at your holiday table.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 38 balls

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
4 cups grated extra-sharp Cheddar
2 cups baking mix, such as Bisquick
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the sausage, Cheddar, baking mix, garlic powder and salt and knead with your hands until a homogenous dough forms (this will take about 5 minutes). Pinch off golf ball-size pieces of dough, roll them into balls and arrange them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake until the sausage balls are golden brown and cooked through, about 25 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes and serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftover sausage balls in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your cheese ball will be. Use fresh, sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and spices. You can also add other ingredients to your cheese ball, such as chopped nuts, crumbled bacon, or diced vegetables.
Chill your cheese ball before serving. This will help it to firm up and make it easier to shape and slice. You can chill your cheese ball for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
Serve your cheese ball with a variety of crackers, bread, or vegetables. This will allow your guests to choose their favorite way to enjoy it. You can also serve your cheese ball with a dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or salsa.

Conclusion:

Cheese balls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that are perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover cheese. With so many different variations to choose from, there is sure to be a cheese ball recipe that everyone will love.