Best Party Cheese Wreath Or Balls Recipes

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BACON CHEESE WREATH



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My grandmother makes this smoky bacon and Parmesan spread for parties and holiday get-togethers. For a pretty yuletide presentation, decorate the cream cheese wreath with green parsley and red pimientos. -Lisa Carter, Warren, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield about 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup sliced green onions, optional
10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
Optional: Italian parsley sprigs and diced pimientos
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese and, if desired, onions. Stir in bacon. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours., Invert a small bowl in the center of a serving platter. Drop cream cheese mixture by rounded tablespoonfuls around edge of bowl. Remove bowl. Smooth cream cheese mixture, forming a wreath. Garnish with parsley and pimientos if desired. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HOLIDAY CHEESE BALL WREATH



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Bring your outdoor holiday wreath inside with this festive and easy cheeseball. Use a small Bundt pan to form a wreath shape, or roll the mixture into a ball or log. For a cheeseball worthy of any big gathering, skip the Bundt pan and colorful garnish and roll the ball in toasted sliced almonds instead.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 to 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
2 cups shredded firm cheese, such as Cheddar, pepper Jack or Colby
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup pickled piquante peppers, such as Peppadews, finely chopped
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh chives
Crackers, sliced bread or crudites, for serving

Steps:

  • Line the inside of a 6-cup Bundt pan with plastic wrap. Process the cream cheese, shredded cheese, Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt and few grinds of pepper in a food processor until smooth. Empty the mixture into a medium bowl, and fold in all but 2 tablespoons of the chopped peppers.
  • Spoon the cheese mixture into the prepared Bundt pan; pack it in, spread into an even layer and cover (or simply form the cheese mixture into a ball and wrap tightly with plastic wrap). Refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour up to 2 days.
  • Uncover and invert the cheese mold (or unwrap and transfer the ball) onto a serving platter. Sprinkle with the chives and parsley to completely coat the wreath, and garnish with the reserved 2 tablespoons peppers. Serve with crackers, sliced bread or crudites.

TACO CHEESE BALL WREATH



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With a surprising taco-flavor, this rich and creamy cheese ball is shaped and decorated like a wreath so it's perfect for your holiday table. Serve with crackers, corn chips, or Fritos® Scoops®.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Cheese Balls

Time 4h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
½ (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
4 stalks green onions, roughly chopped
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
1 medium Roma tomato, cored and diced
2 tablespoons finely chopped white onion
1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

Steps:

  • Line a 16-ounce bowl with plastic wrap, allowing excess to hang over the sides.
  • Combine cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and taco seasoning in a food processor; process until well combined. Add green onions, ½ of the cilantro leaves, and green chiles and pulse until well combined with flecks of green; do not fully process.
  • Transfer cheese mixture to the lined bowl and press to smooth. Cover and refrigerator for at least 4 hours or up to 8 hours or overnight.
  • Invert cheese onto a serving platter and remove plastic. Use a small shot glass or spoon to create a hole in the center of the cheese to form a wreath shape.
  • Finely chop remaining cilantro leaves and lightly cover the top of the cheese. Combine tomato, onion, and jalapeno in a small bowl and place over the cilantro in a 1-inch ring around the wreath.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.2 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 355.4 mg

PARTY CHEESE BALL



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Serve this cheese spread on special occasions with whole wheat crackers, pita chips and cut-up celery.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 3h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (8 ounce) packages PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
2 (8 ounce) packages KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped red bell pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 dash ground red pepper
1 dash salt
1 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese and cheddar cheese in small bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
  • Mix in all remaining ingredients except pecans; cover. Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
  • Shape into ball; roll in pecans. Serve with assorted NABISCO Crackers.

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