CELEBRATION CHEESE BALLS
A handful of simple ingredients that go together in minutes, three fun flavorful options...these creamy cheese balls from our Test Kitchen are a darling, do-ahead delight for busy holiday hostesses! Why not whip up several batches? -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 3 cheese balls (1 cup each).
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and garlic until blended. Divide into three portions. , For Pine Nut-Pesto Cheese Ball: Beat one portion of cream cheese mixture and pesto until blended. Stir in basil. Chop 2 tablespoons pine nuts; stir into cheese mixture. Shape into a ball; roll in remaining pine nuts. Wrap in plastic; chill until firm. , For Horseradish-Bacon Cheese Ball: Beat one portion of cream cheese mixture and horseradish until blended. Stir in bacon and onion. Shape into a ball. Wrap in plastic; chill until firm., For Salsa Cheese Ball: Beat one portion of cream cheese mixture, tomato paste and salt until blended. Stir in cilantro, onion and jalapeno. Shape into a ball. Wrap in plastic; chill until firm. , Can refrigerate up to two weeks. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Amukelani Ngobeni
[email protected]This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I like to add a little bit of chopped walnuts for extra flavor.
Dipu Tamang
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I like to serve it with crackers or vegetables.
riyad gazi
[email protected]This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I like to add a little bit of chopped green onion for extra flavor.
Bhaskar Yadav
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I like to serve it with crackers or vegetables.
Korshedul Alam
[email protected]This is a great recipe. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I like to add a little bit of chopped bacon for extra flavor.
Angela Giles
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to serve it with crackers or vegetables.
Dj Manik
[email protected]This is a great recipe. It's easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I like to add a little bit of chopped jalapeño for a little bit of spice.
MD Azaharul
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I like to serve it with crackers or vegetables.
jula darboe
[email protected]This is a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it. It's easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Myka World
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cheese balls, but I decided to give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! It's the perfect blend of cheesy and creamy, and the nuts and spices add a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.
Marcel James
[email protected]This is the best cheese ball recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of cheeses, and the nuts and spices add a nice touch. I will definitely be making this again.
Ada Nugent
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party last weekend, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked that it's make-ahead, so I could relax and enjoy the party instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
XXXTENTACION Dior
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for cheese balls. It's so simple to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to add a little bit of chopped bacon or green onions for extra flavor.
Sk Mominul
[email protected]I've tried this recipe several times now, and it always turns out perfectly! My family loves the creamy, cheesy flavor, and I love how easy it is to make. I usually serve it with crackers or veggies, and it's always a hit.