Best Mini Fig And Walnut Cheese Balls Recipes

MINI CHEESE BALLS

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These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary and/or paprika to add even more flavor. -J. Spivey, Ennice, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 36 cheese balls

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: Toasted sesame seeds, minced fresh rosemary and paprika
Optional garnishes: Halved rye crisps and rolled tortilla chips

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine cheeses. Shape into 36 balls; roll balls in toppings as desired. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. To serve, if desired, press a rye crisp or rolled corn chip into the top of each cheese ball.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

MINI FIG AND WALNUT CHEESE BALLS

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Made with four ingredients you probably have on-hand right now, these irresistible pops will be the star of your next cocktail party snack tray.

Provided by Inspired Taste

Categories Snack

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

4 oz creamy goat cheese
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) cream cheese
1/4 cup fig jam
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

In medium bowl, stir goat cheese, cream cheese and jam until well blended.
Shape mixture into 1-inch balls (about 1 tablespoon each). Roll in walnuts to coat (some cheese will show through nuts).
To serve, place cheese balls on a platter, then skewer with a wooden toothpick.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving