Classic Party Cheese Ball With Pecans
📜 Collection: Unknown 3 Collection | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Appetizers A classic party appetizer featuring a rich blend of cream cheese, processed cheddar spread, and sharp cheddar seasoned with Worcestershire and onion. Coated in ground pecans and fresh parsley for a retro crowd-pleaser.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 0 mins | 8 hours (Chilling) | 24 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric hand mixer
- Rubber spatula
- Wax paper or foil
- Shallow plate or rimmed dish
- Serving platter
Ingredients
For the Cheese Ball
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 4 (3 oz) packages | Cream Cheese | softened to room temperature |
| 2 (5 oz) jars | Processed Cheddar Cheese Spread | room temperature |
| 6 oz | Sharp Cheddar Cheese | finely diced or shredded, room temperature |
| 1 tsp | Onion | grated |
| 1 tsp | Worcestershire Sauce | |
| 1 tsp | MSG | optional |
| 1/2 cup | Pecans | finely ground |
For the Outer Coating
Instructions
Mix the Cheese Base
- Ensure the 4 (3 oz) packages cream cheese, 2 (5 oz) jars processed cheddar cheese spread, and 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese are fully at room temperature for easy blending.
- In a large bowl, combine the 4 (3 oz) packages cream cheese, 2 (5 oz) jars processed cheddar cheese spread, 6 oz sharp cheddar cheese, 1 tsp grated onion, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, and optional 1 tsp MSG.
- Using an electric mixer or sturdy spoon, beat the mixture thoroughly until completely smooth, uniform, and creamy.
- Fold in 1/2 cup ground pecans until evenly distributed throughout the cheese base.
Shape & Chill
- Gather the cheese mixture and shape it into a neat, smooth ball.
- Transfer the cheese ball into a bowl lined with wax paper or foil, wrapping it securely.
- Refrigerate overnight, or for at least 8 hours, until firm enough to hold its shape easily.
Coat & Serve
- About 1 hour before serving, combine the remaining 1/2 cup ground pecans and 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley on a shallow plate.
- Unwrap the chilled cheese ball and roll it gently over the pecans and parsley mixture until completely and evenly coated.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve chilled alongside crisp crackers, croutons, or sliced baguette.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The cheese ball can be shaped and chilled up to 2 days in advance. For optimal texture and appearance, roll in the fresh parsley and pecan coating 1 hour before serving.
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