3-In-1 Cheese Ball Recipe

Name: 3-In-1 Cheese Ball
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened; 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons prepared pesto; 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil; 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish; 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon; 1 green onion, finely chopped; 1/3 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese; 1/3 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted; Miniature pretzels, cooked bacon, dried cranberries, basil leaves and green onion, optional; Assorted crackers

Servings: persons

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons prepared pesto
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
1 green onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1/3 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Miniature pretzels, cooked bacon, dried cranberries, basil leaves and green onion, optional
Assorted crackers

1
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and garlic until blended. Divide into three portions; place each in a small bowl.
2
Beat pesto into one portion of cheese mixture. Stir in basil. Shape into a ball.
3
Beat horseradish into a second portion of cheese mixture. Stir in bacon and green onion. Shape into one large ball or three mini balls.
4
Beat Gorgonzola cheese into third portion of cheese mixture. Stir in cranberries. Shape into a ball; roll in walnuts to coat.
5
Wrap cheese balls in plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 1 hour or until firm. Unwrap and decorate as desired. Serve with crackers.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened, 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 tablespoons prepared pesto, and more.

Yes, 3-In-1 Cheese Ball falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

3-In-1 Cheese Ball

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