Appetizer Cheese Ball Recipe

Name: Appetizer Cheese Ball
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese room temp.; 4 ounces blue cheese crumbled; 4 ounces cheddar cheese shredded; 2 teaspoons prepared mustard dijon-style; 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce; ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup pecans finely chopped; ⅔ cups currants; 3/4 cups parsley leaves chopped

Servings: persons

1
Place the cream cheese, blue cheese, cheddar cheese, mustard, Worcestershire, garlic powder, and salt in a mixer bowl and beat at low speed just until well mixed.
2
Stir in the pecans and currants.
3
Taste and adjust seasoning.
4
Refrigerate the cheese mixture for 30 minutes or until slightly firm, then shape into a ball.
5
Roll in the chopped parsley to coat well.
6
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
7
Let stand at room temperature for about 30 minutes before serving.
8
Place on a platter surrounded with crackers and apple wedges.
9
Dippers: Assorted Crackers, Apple Wedges

535

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces cream cheese room temp., 4 ounces blue cheese crumbled, 4 ounces cheddar cheese shredded, 2 teaspoons prepared mustard dijon-style, and more.

Yes, Appetizer 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Appetizer Cheese Ball

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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