Description
Delicious, creamy Mini Cheeseball Bites with a crunch from nuts, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (chives, dill, or parsley), chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
- 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- Optional Add-ins: Bacon bits, sun-dried tomatoes, jalapeños
Instructions
- Mix the Cream Cheese Base: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese with sharp cheddar, fresh herbs, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce. Blend until well mixed.
- Shape the Bites: Scoop small portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls.
- Coat with Crunch: Roll each cheeseball in chopped nuts or panko breadcrumbs for texture.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 60 minutes before serving to firm up the bites.
- Serve with a variety of crackers or fresh veggies.
Notes
Experiment with different herbs and add-ins for unique flavor combinations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheeseball, appetizer, party food, snacks, easy recipes, crowd-pleaser