Best Mini Fig And Walnut Cheese Balls Recipes

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MEDITERRANEAN CHEESE BALL BITES



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These bite-size appetizers are loaded with the savory-sweet flavors of Parmesan, bacon, fig and toasted nuts. They make lovely appetizers for holiday cocktail parties, or delicious additions to charcuterie boards.

Provided by Heather Baird

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 oz. 226 grams fresh goat cheese, at room temperature
8 oz. 226 grams mascarpone cheese
1/4 teaspoon fine grain salt
6 tablespoons 34 grams grated parmesan cheese
3 garlic cloves (minced)
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon lemon zest
2 oz. cooked bacon (chopped)
6 tablespoons 84g/about 5 whole finely chopped dried figs
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups 300 grams walnuts or pine nuts, roasted and coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, add chopped walnuts or pine nuts and stir until lightly toasted. Let cool and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine cheeses, salt, garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, bacon, figs, parsley and black pepper. Mix with a large spoon or with your hands until ingredients are thoroughly combined. Refrigerate at least one hour, or overnight if you prefer.
  • Spoon the mixture out by the tablespoon and shape into 36 balls about 1.5 inches each. Roll in chopped nuts and refrigerate until ready to serve.

WALNUT & FIG GOAT CHEESE LOG



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Here's a simple spread that calls for only a handful of ingredients. The tablespoon of honey is optional, but I think that touch of sweetness nicely complements the tang of the goat cheese. -Ana-Marie Correll, Hollister, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 logs (4 ounces each) fresh goat cheese
8 dried figs, finely chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted, divided
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon honey, optional
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, crumble cheese. Stir in figs, 1/4 cup walnuts, pepper and, if desired, honey. Shape mixture into a log about 6 in. long. Roll log in remaining walnuts. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

DILLY MINI CHEESE BALLS



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??These mini cheese balls are perfect for any gathering, no matter what time of year it is! Kids love the cheesy, salty flavor, and adults appreciate how easy they are to make. -Carole Lanthier, Courtice, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups sharp shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
Pretzel sticks or assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Shape tablespoons of cheese mixture into balls. Roll in walnuts and parsley. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving. Serve with pretzel sticks or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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

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.

DRIED FRUIT CHEESE BALL



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A different twist for a wonderful cheese ball. I got this recipe from a co-worker's wife. Thanks Maggie!

Provided by DEBBYE

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Ball Recipes

Time 3h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons honey
½ (8 ounce) package mild Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 (6 ounce) package dried mixed fruit, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl combine cream cheese and honey; beat until smooth. Stir in cheese and chopped fruit; mix well.
  • Form into a ball and roll in chopped nuts. Chill for at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 60.7 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 232 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

BAKED BLUE CHEESE WITH FIGS & WALNUTS



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Melted cheese pairs beautifully with baked figs and walnut in this easy baked dish. It's great as a cheese course or sharing starter

Provided by Sarah Cook

Categories     Starter

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

6-12 ripe figs
2 tbsp good sherry vinegar
100ml red wine (or red grape juice)
50g walnut halves
4 thyme sprigs , broken up a little bit
4 tbsp clear honey
1 whole round blue brie or camembert (we used Cote Hill Blue from paxtonandwhitfield.co.uk, or try President Le Bleu)
crusty baguette , to serve

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Cut a cross in the tops of the figs nearly, but not quite, all the way down to the bottom, and pinch the bases. Sit in a baking dish or roasting tin (big enough so the figs can sit in a single layer with the whole cheese) cut-side up, but don't put the cheese in yet.
  • Mix together the vinegar and wine or grape juice with some seasoning, and pour all over the figs. Scatter over the walnuts and thyme. Finally, drizzle over the honey. Bake for 15-20 mins until the figs start to become soft and sticky.
  • Tuck the whole cheese in among the figs and put back in the oven for a final 5 mins. Lift the dish straight to the table and serve with lots of crusty bread to scoop up the molten cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

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