Momma Hallmark's Cheese Balls

Grandmother Hallmark's cheese ball recipe has been a family holiday favorite for decades, and now you can make this recipe and enjoy them, too!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 219 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
• 1 pound shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1 pound margarine, softened
• 1 cup toasted chopped pecans

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Mix Cheddar cheese and margarine together in a large bowl until well-combined. Add flour, pecans, and salt; stir until dough is well-mixed. Roll into 1- to 2-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool completely.

Step 4

Pour confectioners' sugar into a shallow bowl; roll cooled cheese balls in sugar to coat completely.