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This Classic Cheese Ball Appetizer is an easy appetizer recipe that's perfect for party snacks, game day recipes, football party food, finger food or just anytime you want easy snacks!
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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Are you looking for other easy Appetizer recipes for your next gathering like this Best Cheese Ball Recipe? Check these out!
Check out these delicious appetizer recipes that I have shared over the years, like our Chicken Bacon Cranberry Cracker Appetizer Recipe.
I think you will love them all! Of course, this is just a small selection of appetizers, but we have LOTS of recipes on the blog – like our Cheesy Pepperoni Dip Recipe!
- Ham and Cheese Stromboli
- Slow Cooker Cheesy Spinach And Artichoke Dip Recipe
- Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers With No Rice
- Fried Cheese Balls
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Why you will love our Cheese Ball Appetizer
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
Ingredients
- 1package8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8ouncessharp cheddar cheesegrated
- 1tablespoonDijon mustard
- 1teaspoonWorcestershire sauce
- pinchof pepper
- 1cupchopped pecansor use walnuts or pistachios
- Crackers for serving
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
Jennifer
5 from 2 votes
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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
Add cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mustard, Worchestershire sauce and pepper to a mixing bowl and use beaters to mix the cheese.
Shape into a ball and wrap with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Coat with pecans before serving.
Serve with crackers.
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