Description
Delightful bite-sized cheeseball treats perfect for gatherings, combining creamy cheese with savory herbs and crunchy coatings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar, shredded
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (Chives, parsley)
- 1/2 cup Nuts (chopped pecans or almonds)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne pepper, optional
Instructions
- Start by bringing the cream cheese to room temperature.
- Combine the cream cheese and sharp cheddar until they form a creamy mixture.
- Add the minced garlic, chopped herbs, and any extra seasonings, blending well.
- Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Roll the cheese mixture into bite-sized balls, about one inch in diameter.
- Prepare a plate with chopped nuts or herbs. Roll each cheeseball in your desired coating.
- Place on a serving platter and enjoy!
Notes
These bites can be prepared a day in advance to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheeseball bite
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheeseballs, appetizers, party food, bite-sized snacks, creamy cheese