Mini Cheese Balls Made Easy
These bite-size cheese balls are creamy, tangy, and perfect for parties. Roll in assorted coatings for a colorful platter.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar, shredded freshly shredded if possible
- 2 tbsp green onions, thinly sliced or use chives
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp smoked paprika optional, for color
- 0.25 tsp kosher salt
- 0.125 tsp black pepper, ground
- 0.5 cup toasted pecans, finely chopped for rolling
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries, minced for rolling
- 0.25 cup everything bagel seasoning for rolling
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced for rolling
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Set out shallow bowls with pecans, cranberries, everything seasoning, and parsley for coating.
- Beat the softened cream cheese in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in cheddar, green onions, Worcestershire, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
- Chill the mixture for about 10 minutes to firm slightly.
- Scoop 1 tablespoon portions and roll into small balls; aim for about 20 mini cheese balls.
- Roll each ball in your chosen coating, pressing lightly so it sticks. Chill until serving.
Notes
Variation: Swap cheddar for pepper jack, or mix coatings for a confetti look. Serving tip: Add pretzel sticks just before serving for easy grab-and-go bites. Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container up to 3 days.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Mini Cheese Balls Made Easy flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.