You know how there's that ONE THING that is served at every single party you ever go to? Whether it's a friend's birthday party, a Christmas Party, a New Year's Eve Party, a Bridal Shower....yep, I am talking about the Classic Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe.
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Classic Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe
There is just so much cheesiness and so much goodness that makes this one of the Best Cheese Ball Recipes. But how the hell do they make it?! Well, ponder this no more, because we have a Classic Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe for you today!
I know, I know. It looks delicious. My friend Kari made it for me! Thanks, Kari!
This classic appetizer recipe is so easy to make and who doesn't just love a good, old fashioned cheese ball appetizer?!
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Ingredients you will need to start gathering to make this Classic Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe
- Cream cheese
- Sharp cheddar cheese
- Dijon mustard
- Worcestershire sauce
- pinch of pepper
- Chopped pecans (you can also use walnuts or pistachios)
- Crackers for serving
Keep in mind, all of the ingredient amounts you will need are in the printable recipe card below.
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I kind of want to eat this Classic Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe right off the computer screen, don't you?
I mean...just look at that tasty cheese! Make sure to have lots of crackers on hand, because you will be tempted to eat it right off a spoon!
I also love serving this cheese ball with baby carrots and celery, for a lower carb dipping option! Save your carbs for other goodies during the holiday season - like mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole, and of course, you can't forget about DESSERT!
This Best Cheese Ball Recipe is just perfect for any party, especially all of those holiday parties coming up!!
How to Make This Classic Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe
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Directions needed to make this Best Cheese Ball Recipe:
Add cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mustard, Worcestershire sauce and pepper to a mixing blow and use a beater to mix thoroughly.
Shape into a ball and wrap with plastic wrap.
Refrigerate until ready to serve, and coat with pecans immediately before serving.
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Classic Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 package 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese grated
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- pinch of pepper
- 1 cup chopped pecans or use walnuts or pistachios
- Crackers for serving
Instructions
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Add cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mustard, Worchestershire sauce and pepper to a mixing bowl and use beaters to mix the cheese.
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Shape into a ball and wrap with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Coat with pecans before serving.
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Serve with crackers.
Go ahead, give this recipe a try and let me know what you think!
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Kay Snyder
Thank u for this recipe! I'm going to make this for my Christmas party at work!!
Jeanne Schaedler
Awesome and easy. Thank you.
Carla
Can you make a week in advance and freeze?
Jenn
I wouldn't recommend freezing cheese like that, while I have never tried to freeze this particular recipe, I haven't had success with cream based stuff in the past!