Best Sharp Cheddar Cheese Ball Recipes

CLASSIC CHEDDAR CHEESEBALL

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The classic Cheddar Cheese Ball is the snack everyone wants on their table for get-togethers and game nights.

Provided by Mary Younkin

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 - 1 teaspoon Worchestershire sauce
1 cup freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese, about 2 ounces
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Steps:

Place the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth, about 1 minute. Scrape the sides of the bowl and sprinkle garlic powder over the cream cheese. Add the Worcestershire sauce. Mix again until well combined, about 1 minute.
Add the cheese and mix again. Spread plastic wrap on the counter and scoop the cheese mixture onto it. Form into a ball with the spatula.
Place the chopped nuts on a small plate. Gently roll the cheeseball in the nuts to coat it completely. Wrap the finished cheese ball in plastic wrap until ready to serve.
Remove from the refrigerator at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve with crackers and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 46 mg, Sodium 179 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE BALL

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This is a must at any family event my grandmother hosts! It's always out on the counter the whole time we're there...but it never lasts long.

Provided by ajl694s

Categories Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup French onion dip
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

Combine all ingredients (can use electric hand mixer) and shape into ball.
Refrigerate, but let set out at room temperature before serving.
Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.5, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 61, Sodium 274.2, Carbohydrate 1.7, Sugar 0.5, Protein 9.2

DRIED CRANBERRY SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE BALLS

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Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups chopped pecans
2/3 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
FILLING:
3 cups smoked sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1/4 cup minced fresh basil

Steps:

Place pecans, cranberries and bacon in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a shallow bowl. Place remaining ingredients in the same food processor. Pulse until combined., Shape cheese mixture into 1-in. balls; roll in pecan mixture. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.