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Super Easy Easter Cheese Ball Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Super Easy Easter Cheese Ball is a festive and creamy appetizer perfect for springtime gatherings. Made with a blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, Parmesan, and flavorful seasonings, it’s shaped into an egg or bunny form and decorated with colorful toppings for a fun presentation. Ideal for serving with crackers and fresh vegetables, this no-bake cheese ball is simple to prepare and sure to impress.

Ingredients

Cheese Ball Mixture

  • 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cooked bacon (optional)

Coating and Decoration

  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1/2 cup crushed pecans or walnuts (optional coating)
  • Pastel-colored sprinkles or crushed crackers for decoration (optional)

Serving

  • Assorted crackers
  • Fresh vegetables

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, finely chopped green onions, and chopped cooked bacon if using. Stir until everything is fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
  2. Shape Cheese Ball: Using clean hands, mold the cheese mixture into an egg or oval shape, or alternatively, wrap the mixture in plastic wrap and shape it inside a bowl for more uniform form.
  3. Chill: Place the shaped cheese ball in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up properly.
  4. Coat and Decorate: Before serving, gently roll the chilled cheese ball in chopped parsley, nuts, or crushed crackers to coat the exterior. Add pastel sprinkles or additional toppings as desired to create a festive look.
  5. Serve: Present the cheese ball on a serving plate accompanied by assorted crackers and fresh vegetables for dipping and spreading.

Notes

  • For a colorful touch, divide the cheese mixture into smaller portions and tint each with food coloring to create pastel designs.
  • This cheese ball can be prepared 1–2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator until needed.
  • To keep the recipe gluten-free, serve with gluten-free crackers.
  • Optional bacon can be omitted for a vegetarian version.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/super-easy-easter-cheese-ball-recipe/