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Classic Cheese Ball on a plate with crackers

Classic Cheese Ball

Jennie Duncan
This recipe for the Classic Cheese Ball is the perfect appetizer. Served with crackers or raw veggies it's a dish everyone loves. This is a must-have side dish for both sides of my family at any family gathering! We eat it at birthdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and any other special event or holiday we get together!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 minute
Chilling time: 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 16 servings
Calories 143 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • ¼ cup green onion (diced)
  • 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix (dry)
  • ⅓ cup pecans (chopped)

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl mix together cream cheese, shredded cheese, green onions, and dry ranch mix. I used the good old fashion method and mixed it with clean hands, but you can also use a mixer with a paddle attachment.
  • Once mixed shape your cheese ball into a ball.
  • On a plate add chopped pecans. Roll cheese ball onto crushed pecans.
  • Cover cheese ball and place in the fridge to chill. Serve with crackers or raw veggies and enjoy.

Notes

What do you eat with a cheese ball?

I serve my cheese ball with crackers or raw veggies. Your favorite Ritz or Triscuit would be great. I love to put it on celery, peppers, and carrot sticks as well!

How long does a Cheese Ball last?

This cheese ball would be good in the fridge in a container or covered for 7-10 days. 

Can you freeze a cheese ball?

Yes, you can freeze a cheeseball. In order to freeze a cheese ball follow these steps. A frozen cheese ball should last about a month.
Step 1:
Form your cheese ball as according to the directions, but stop at step three. Do not roll the cheeseball in nuts, chives, or anything else! 
Step 2: 
Wrap your cheese ball in plastic wrap, tightly. Place in a freezer zip-lock bag.
Step 3:
To unthaw, pull out of the freezer and place back in the refrigerator for roughly 6-8 hours before serving. Once thawed roll in nuts!

Nutrition

Serving: 1ozCalories: 143kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 205mgPotassium: 59mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 467IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Classic Cheese Ball
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