Cheese Ball Recipes | Taste of Home (2024)

Carrot Cake Cheese Ball

1 review

More sweet than it is salty, our carrot cake cheeseball is a fun, new way to eat dessert first! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

I Made The Pioneer Woman’s Cheese Ball Recipe—and It’s Perfect for Every Party

This Pioneer Woman cheese ball recipe is easy to make—and it's loaded with cheddar, bacon and ranch!

Dried Cranberry Sharp Cheddar Cheese Balls

These personal-size cheese balls are such a pleasure to pass around at a party. They’re much easier to eat than...

Top 10 Cheese Ball Recipes That Will Make Your Next Party a Hit

Whether savory or sweet, these top-rated cheese ball recipes are ideal for parties (even a party of two!).

Mini Cheese Balls

3 reviews

These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary...

Dilly Mini Cheese Balls

1 review

??These mini cheese balls are perfect for any gathering, no matter what time of year it is! Kids love the...

Party Cheese Balls

2 reviews

These tangy cheese balls are guaranteed to spread cheer at your next gathering. The ingredients create a colorful presentation and...

Savory Cheese Ball

3 reviews

Blue cheese contributes a pleasant, tangy bite and olive a saltiness to this creamy cheese ball recipe. For the optimum...

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Dilly Cheese Ball

4 reviews

My whole family devours this herby cheese spread—even my son, the chef. Serve it with your favorite crackers. —Jane Vince,...

Turkey Cheese Ball

25 reviews

While the real bird is roasting, you can present your guests with this tasty Thanksgiving turkey. It also makes for...

Pumpkin Cheese Ball

4 reviews

No one will guess that this make-ahead pumpkin cheese ball has pumpkin in it, but that subtle ingredient lends harvest...

Christmas Cheese Balls

6 reviews

Christmas at our house just wouldn't be complete without these rich cheese balls. Friends and family ask for them every...

Bacon, Cheddar and Swiss Cheese Ball

13 reviews

When it’s time for a party, everyone always requests this ultimate cheese ball—it’s such an impressive appetizer. And if you’re...

Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball

15 reviews

This cheese ball will keep for several days in the refrigerator. It's delicious! I've found it's especially popular at a...

Cheese Ball Recipes | Taste of Home (2024)

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How long can a cheese ball sit out? ›

For the best taste and quality, cheese should not be left out for longer than two hours at room temperature. Hard cheeses can be left out longer without becoming unsafe, but the quality and taste may change.

Does Costco have a cheese ball? ›

Utz Cheese Balls, 35 oz | Costco.

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How long is a cheese ball good for in the fridge? ›

Storing in Fridge: If you start with fresh ingredients, you can store the cheese ball in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Cover any leftovers with plastic wrap and store in an airtight container. How to Freeze: I prefer a freshly made cheese ball, BUT you can freeze cheese balls.

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What is the most popular cheese cracker? ›

Original Cheez-It

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How do you firm up a cheese ball? ›

Cover the cheeseball in cling wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour to allow it to firm up. Take it out of the refrigerator about 20 minutes before serving to allow it to soften just slightly.

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What cheeses do not need refrigeration? ›

As a general rule, hard cheeses such as cheddar, processed cheeses (American), and both block and grated Parmesan do not require refrigeration for safety, but they will last longer if kept refrigerated.

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How to thicken a cheese ball? ›

Your cheese ball is too runny: Once you have added all the extras, and it's all mixed in well, if the texture is more salad dressing-like than something you might spread on a bagel, you can tighten it up easily by adding unsalted butter, one tablespoon at a time, mixing before you add more.

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What is a cheese ball slang? ›

plural cheeseballs. chiefly US, informal. : a person who lacks style or good taste : a cheesy person. The other person of interest is … in his mid-30s, works in New York's fashion industry, and considers his looks a hobby.

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Are cheese balls healthy? ›

Are cheese balls healthy? Cheese balls can be a tasty snack, but they are not considered to be a healthy choice. They are often high in calories, saturated fat, and sodium, which should be consumed in moderation.

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What mixes well with cheese? ›

Rum, whisky & cognac pair well with sweeter cheeses

This includes hard, aged cheeses, like Gouda, Havarti cheeses and even blue cheese. Whisky and cognac also tend to have sweet and burned notes, which are perfectly suited to flavorful and slightly sweet cheeses.

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What is the expensive ball of cheese? ›

Pule Cheese - $600 Per Pound

Pule cheese is the most expensive cheese in the world because it is produced exclusively at Serbia's Zasavica Special Nature Reserve. This rare cheese is made from the milk of Balkan donkeys which are endangered and native to Serbia and Montenegro.

Were cheese balls discontinued? ›

Recently, Planters announced that the formerly discontinued Cheez Balls are now a permanent addition to its product line-up. To celebrate, the company is giving away 350 canisters of Cheez Powder to customers tweeting about the foods they want to pair this new topping with.

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What are Utz cheese balls made of? ›

They are made with coarsely ground corn meal that's deposited into an extruder, which exerts enough pressure onto the corn meal to turn it into a gel. The gel is squeezed into a long string and cut into bite-sized pieces.

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What kind of crackers for a cheese tray? ›

5 best crackers for your charcuterie board

Water Crackers. This is number one on our list and arguably the most popular cracker. ...
Herb Crackers. These crackers are a great addition to your charcuterie board. ...
Multigrain Crackers. ...
Saltine Crackers. ...
Crostini.

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What kind of crackers with cheddar cheese? ›

Sharp cheeses (like cheddar) → club crackers, Ritz, or anything buttery!

What crackers go best with? ›

Easy, Tasty Toppings for Crackers

So, What Can You Eat with Crackers?
Cheese + Crackers.
Dried fruit and nut crisps + sliced pear, blue cheese and honey.
Garlicky crackers + fresh mozzarella, tomato and basil.
Peanut Butter + Crackers.
Wheat crackers + peanut butter, banana, bacon and honey.

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What crackers are good with? ›

Crackers are the perfect canvas for pimento cheese, smoked salmon spread, chicken salad, and more. These cracker toppings will keep you interested. Pimento cheese is a tangy and creamy cheese spread that's often referred to as the pâté of the South.

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