Miniature Cheese Balls
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Miniature Cheese Balls, perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or anytime snacking. Crafted with a creamy blend of tangy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and a dash of bold seasonings, these bite-sized delights are as flavorful as they are versatile. Each cheese ball is rolled in your choice of vibrant fresh parsley, crunchy toasted pecans, or smoky bacon bits, creating a trio of tantalizing textures and flavors. Finished with a pretzel stick for easy, mess-free serving, these no-cook treats come together in just 20 minutes and are guaranteed to impress. Whether chilled or served at room temperature, these mini cheese balls are a crowd-pleasing burst of savory goodness!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.25 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 cup Chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Chopped toasted pecans
- 0.5 cup Crispy bacon bits
- 20 Pretzel sticks
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well until thoroughly blended and smooth.
Step 2
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up the mixture slightly.
Step 3
Meanwhile, prepare the toppings by placing the chopped parsley, toasted pecans, and bacon bits in separate shallow dishes.
Step 4
Once the cheese mixture is firm enough to handle, use a teaspoon or small scoop to portion out small amounts of the mixture. Roll each portion into a small ball using your hands.
Step 5
Roll the cheese balls in one of the prepared toppings, pressing gently to coat them evenly.
Step 6
Once all cheese balls are coated, refrigerate them for at least 10 minutes to set.
Step 7
Before serving, insert a pretzel stick into the center of each cheese ball for easy handling. Serve chilled or at room temperature as desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1151.3 grams (1151.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4455 |
| Total Fat 215.40g | 276% |
| Saturated Fat 90.40g | 452% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g | |
| Cholesterol 434mg | 145% |
| Sodium 12419mg | 540% |
| Total Carbohydrate 491.60g | 179% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.00g | 104% |
| Total Sugars 31.70g | |
| Protein 124.40g | 249% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 120% |
| Calcium 1441mg | 111% |
| Iron 33mg | 183% |
| Potassium 2419mg | 51% |
Source of Calories