Best Cheese Ball

This easy cheese ball with Cheddar, Worcestershire sauce, and pecans makes a rich, crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for parties or gifting.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 413 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup finely chopped pecans
• 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 pound shredded Cheddar cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon minced garlic
• 0.25 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine pecans and parsley in a shallow bowl. Remove chilled cheese balls from the freezer and roll in the pecan-parsley mixture until well coated.

Step 2

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

Add Cheddar cheese and process until Cheddar is finely chopped but still very visible.

Step 4

Combine cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper sauce, and garlic in a food processor. Blend until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Remove mixture from the food processor and shape into 3 or 4 balls. Place on a baking sheet or plate and freeze for about 15 minutes to firm slightly.

Step 6

Serve immediately, or wrap nut-coated cheese balls tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 1 month.