Mini Cheese Balls

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Mini Cheese Balls—a perfect blend of creamy, cheesy goodness and crunchy, flavorful coatings! Made with a trio of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan, these bite-sized delights are seasoned with garlic and onion powder, then rolled in an array of vibrant toppings like crushed nuts, pretzels, herbs, and dried cranberries. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, they’re a quick and impressive option for any gathering. Serve them chilled or at room temperature with toothpicks for easy snacking. These versatile cheese balls are guaranteed to steal the spotlight at your next party or holiday celebration!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Dried parsley
• 2 tbsp Chives, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Crushed nuts (e.g., pecans, walnuts)
• 0.5 cup Crushed pretzels
• 0.33 cup Dried cranberries, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried parsley. Blend thoroughly until smooth and evenly combined.

Step 2

Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion out approximately 1-tablespoon-sized amounts of the cheese mixture and roll them into small balls with your hands.

Step 3

Prepare the toppings by placing the crushed nuts, crushed pretzels, chopped dried cranberries, chopped fresh parsley, and chopped chives into separate shallow dishes.

Step 4

Roll each cheese ball in one or more of the toppings until fully coated. Mix and match toppings to create a variety of flavors.

Step 5

Place the finished cheese balls on a tray or plate lined with parchment paper.

Step 6

Refrigerate the cheese balls for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up before serving.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature with toothpicks for easy grabbing. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	653.6 grams (653.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2571

Total Fat 187.50g	240%
Saturated Fat 96.70g	484%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 466mg	155%
Sodium 4400mg	191%
Total Carbohydrate 133.10g	48%
Dietary Fiber 10.10g	36%
Total Sugars 49.80g
Protein 102.00g	204%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 2434mg	187%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 921mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.2%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 20.3%