Indulge your taste buds with our tantalizing Toasted Pecan and Herbed Cheese Ball Bites! These delightful morsels are a harmonious blend of crunchy toasted pecans, savory herbs, and creamy cheese, coated in a golden breadcrumb crust. Perfect for any occasion, from sophisticated cocktail parties to casual gatherings with friends, these bite-sized treats are sure to be a hit.
In addition to the classic Toasted Pecan and Herbed Cheese Ball Bites, we've included a collection of equally enticing cheese ball variations to satisfy every palate. Our irresistible Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Ball Bites add a touch of sweetness and tartness with dried cranberries and chopped pistachios. For a spicy kick, try our JalapeƱo Popper Cheese Ball Bites, featuring a blend of diced jalapeƱos and cream cheese. If you prefer a smoky flavor, our Sun-Dried Tomato and Olive Cheese Ball Bites are a must-try, combining sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and a hint of garlic.
For those with a sweet tooth, our Dessert Cheese Ball Bites are a delightful indulgence. Our Cookies and Cream Cheese Ball Bites capture the essence of everyone's favorite cookie flavor, while our Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheese Ball Bites are a decadent combination of chocolate chips, peanut butter, and cream cheese.
These Toasted Pecan and Herbed Cheese Ball Bites, along with our curated collection of cheese ball variations, offer a delectable journey for your taste buds. Whether you're a cheese ball aficionado or simply seeking a new culinary adventure, these recipes are sure to impress. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful cheese ball-making adventure!
FESTIVE PARTY CHEESE BALL WITH PECANS
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Combine cream cheese and cheddar cheese and beat with an electric mixer.
- Add onion, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic. Mix well. Cover and chill thoroughly in refrigerator, until firm (this usually takes a few hours).
- Shape cheese into a ball and cover completely and tightly with a generous amount of plastic wrap.
- Cover once more with aluminum foil. Refrigerate ball for at least 24 hours (and up to three days) before serving.
- Remove from refrigerator 2 hours before serving. Take off plastic wrap and foil. Roll ball in finely chopped pecans until entire outer surface is completely covered with nuts.
- Place ball in center of a serving dish, and surround with assorted crackers and veggies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 528 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 384 mg, Sugar 3 g, Fat 51 g, ServingSize 1 Large Cheese Ball (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
THE HEAVYSET CHEESE BALL
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
- Place and spread all the almonds on a cookie sheet or in a shallow pan, pushing the almonds around until they turn color, about 20 minutes.
- Mix together the cream cheese and the mayonnaise. Add the bacon, salt and pepper, dill, and onion. Chill overnight.
- On a serving platter, make 2 pine cone shapes with the cheese. Begin to press the almonds at a slight angle into the cheese, starting at the narrow end of the pine cone shape.
- Do this in rows, continuing to overlap rows until all the cheese is covered. Garnish with fake sprigs, or real ones, or with rosemary.
- Serve at room temperature and spread on crackers.
PECAN CHEESE BALL
A trio of cheeses-cheddar, blue and cream cheese-are blended, shaped in a ball and rolled in chopped pecans for an easy and classic appetizer spread.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Cheese Appetizers
Time 1h15m
Yield Makes 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 5 crackers each.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Beat cheeses in medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
- Shape into ball; roll in pecans. Cover. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- Serve as a spread with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 330 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cheese ball bites.
- Toast the pecans before using them. This will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
- Use a variety of herbs in your cheese ball. This will add depth of flavor and make your cheese ball bites more interesting.
- Chill the cheese ball mixture before forming it into balls. This will make it easier to work with and will help the cheese balls hold their shape.
- Roll the cheese balls in chopped pecans before serving. This will add a nice crunch and flavor to the cheese balls.
Conclusion:
Toasted Pecan and Herbed Cheese Ball Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a combination of cream cheese, cheddar cheese, herbs, and toasted pecans, and they are rolled in chopped pecans before serving. These cheese ball bites are sure to be a hit with your guests, and they are also a great way to use up leftover cheese.
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