Ingredients:
– Dill Chive Cheese Ball:
– 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup Gouda cheese, grated
– 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 2 tablespoons chives, snipped
– 1 teaspoon dried dill
– For the coating: 1 tablespoon dried dill
– Ham Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball:
– 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 packet Ranch seasoning mix
– 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
– 1/4 cup chives or green onions, chopped
– 4 slices ham, cooked and crumbled
– For the coating: 2 slices ham, cooked and crumbled
– Glorious Garlic Cheese Ball:
– 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
– 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup sour cream
– 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
– 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– For the coating: 1/2 cup sliced almonds
– Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball:
– 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
– 3/4 cup Gouda cheese, grated
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
– 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
– 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– For the coating: 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
– For the coating: 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
– For the coating: 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
Instructions:
1. For each cheese ball, beat together the ingredients with an electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy and well combined.
2. Place the mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap, shape into a ball, and cover completely. Chill until ready to serve, but at least 4 hours.
3. When ready to serve, unwrap the ball, shape further as necessary, and roll in the coating ingredients.
4. Serve and enjoy!