Description
Mini cheese balls are bite-sized delights that are perfect for sharing at gatherings or indulging in a cheesy treat at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional coatings: chopped nuts, herbs, or breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Add the chopped chives and bacon if you’re using it. Season with salt and pepper.
- Roll and Chill: Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls, approximately the size of a golf ball. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Coat with Flavor: Once chilled, roll each cheese ball in your choice of coatings—chopped nuts, herbs, or breadcrumbs—until completely covered.
- Serve and Enjoy: Present your delightful mini cheese balls on a platter with toothpicks for easy snacking.
Notes
Get creative with different cheeses and spices to elevate the flavor. These cheese balls can also be prepared a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheese balls, appetizers, party snacks, easy recipes, bite-sized snacks