Cheese ball

A cheese ball is a ball of cheese that is rolled in a coating, such as bread crumbs, cracker crumbs, or nuts. It is then refrigerated until firm and served cold. Cheese balls are often served as appetizers at parties.

The history of cheese balls is not well documented, but it is thought that they originated in the United States in the 19th century. Recipes for cheese balls were first published in cookbooks in the early 20th century. The first known recipe for a cheese ball was published in Mrs. Rorer's New Cook Book in 1902. This recipe simply called for cream cheese and cracker crumbs.

Over the years, cheese balls have evolved and become more creative. Nowadays, there are many different recipes for cheese balls, with a variety of different cheeses and coatings.

Advice

Making a cheese ball is a simple and delicious way to make a crowd-pleasing appetizer. When making a cheese ball, it is important to use the right ingredients for a delicious result. First, choose a cheese with a great flavor. Cheddar, blue cheese, goat cheese, and cream cheese are all great choices. Next, be sure to add enough spices, herbs, and seasonings to your cheese ball to give it a distinct flavor. Finally, form the mixture into a ball and roll it in your choice of crunchy topping, such as chopped nuts, crumbled bacon, or dried herbs, for a great texture. With these tips, you'll be sure to make a delicious cheese ball in no time.

Questions

What is a cheese ball made of?

A cheese ball is usually made of cream cheese, shredded cheese, and spices blended together and then shaped into a ball and rolled in chopped nuts, herbs, or other toppings.

Are cheese balls a Midwest thing?

No, cheese balls are popular all around the United States.

What do you serve a cheeseball on?

You can serve a cheeseball on a plate, cutting board, or platter. You can also serve it on crackers, crostini, or slices of baguette.

What are the ingredients in current cheese balls?

Cheese balls typically contain a variety of ingredients, including shredded cheese, cream cheese, butter, herbs, seasonings, and a variety of other ingredients. Common additions to cheese balls include onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, bacon, jalapeno peppers, and nuts such as pecans or walnuts.

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Recipes

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Buffalo Chicken Cheese Balls

  • vegetable oil
  • all purpose flour
  • garlic
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • rotisserie chicken
  • mayonnaise
  • blue cheese
  • hot sauce
  • lemon
  • cheddar cheese
  • green onion
  • hot sauce
  • panko bread crumb
  • worcestershire sauce
  • egg
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Mini Cheese Ball Bites

  • pretzel
  • nut
  • cranberry
  • green onion
  • cheddar cheese
  • black pepper
  • hot sauce
  • worcestershire sauce
  • butter
  • lemon juice
  • cream cheese
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Baked Broccoli Cheese Balls

  • panko breadcrumb
  • lemon juice
  • garlic
  • salt
  • broccoli
  • olive oil
  • garlic
  • egg
  • shallots scallion
  • yoghurt
  • cheese
  • black pepper
  • cooking spray
  • salt
  • lemon zest
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Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

  • pecan
  • sour cream
  • ranch dressing seasoning
  • pimiento
  • bacon
  • chive
  • cream cheese
  • hot sauce
  • cheddar cheese
  • black pepper
  • salt
  • crudité
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Light and Easy Cheese Ball Recipe

  • kroger woven wheat cracker
  • kroger brand almond
  • dijon mustard
  • onion powder
  • kroger neufchâtel light cream cheese
  • bon appetit seasoning
  • green onion
  • vegetable
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Turkey Cheese Ball

  • vanilla extract
  • candy corn
  • red mandm
  • pecan
  • sweet chocolate chip
  • chocolate chip
  • brown sugar
  • butter
  • cream cheese
  • candy eye
  • candy melt
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Mini Blue Cheese Balls

  • pecan
  • worcestershire sauce
  • white pepper
  • black olife
  • green onion
  • blue cheese
  • white cheddar cheese
  • butter
  • cream cheese
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Bacon-jalapeño cheese ball

  • lime juice
  • garlic
  • cheddar cheese
  • worcestershire sauce
  • pecan
  • cumin
  • cilantro
  • jalapeño
  • bacon
  • cream cheese
  • cracker
  • ocayenne
  • salt
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Asian Cheese Ball

  • sriracha blue diamond almond
  • garlic
  • green onion
  • carrot
  • coconut cream
  • salt
  • cilantro
  • cilantro
  • cream cheese
  • sriracha
  • ginger
  • black pepper
  • cracker
  • lime zest
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Cheese Balls

  • canola oil
  • all purpose flour
  • cheddar cheese
  • mozzarella cheese
  • swiss cheese
  • white american cheese
  • cheddar cheese
  • pepper
  • heavy cream
  • parmesan cheese
  • elbow pasta
  • panko
  • salt
  • egg
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Cheese Ball Recipe

  • cheddar cheese
  • pecan
  • parsley
  • garlic powder
  • hot pepper sauce
  • onion powder
  • worcestershire sauce
  • oregano leave
  • mayonnaise
  • green onion
  • bacon
  • cream cheese
  • black pepper
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Cauliflower Cheese Ball

  • crudité
  • salt
  • almond
  • shallot
  • cauliflower rice
  • worcestershire sauce
  • parmesan cheese
  • cream cheese
  • butter
  • cheddar cheese
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Easter Cheese Ball

  • salt
  • dijon mustard
  • cheddar cheese
  • worcestershire sauce
  • hot sauce
  • shallot
  • cream cheese
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Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

  • cheddar cheese
  • green onion
  • worcestershire sauce
  • hidden valley® original ranch® salad dressing
  • pepper jack cheese
  • pecan
  • garlic powder
  • green onion
  • sour cream
  • cheddar cheese
  • pecan
  • poppy seed
  • bricks cream cheese
  • bacon
  • bacon
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Texas Cheese Ball

  • crudité vegetable
  • black pepper
  • cranberry
  • pecan
  • jalapeño
  • green onion
  • salt
  • hot sauce
  • worcestershire sauce
  • bell pepper
  • blue cheese
  • cream cheese
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Snickers Cheese Ball

  • peanut
  • chocolate chip
  • peanut butter
  • caramel sauce
  • powdered sugar
  • cream
  • cream cheese
  • chocolate chip

Ingredient Breakdown

 
cream cheese
cheddar cheese
pecan
salt
green onion
worcestershire sauce
black pepper
butter
cracker
bacon
garlic powder
garlic
onion
hot sauce
onion powder
all purpose flour
egg
chive
blue cheese
lemon juice
chocolate chip
parsley
shallot
cranberry
bell pepper
ranch dressing
vegetable
sour cream
dijon mustard
black olife
cilantro
powdered sugar
vegetable oil
mayonnaise
goat cheese
poppy seed
pretzel
lemon zest
panko breadcrumb
cheese
pineapple
beef
crudité
smoked gouda
seasoning salt
vanilla extract
sweet chocolate chip
brown sugar
white cheddar cheese
jalapeño
peanut butter
parmesan cheese
almond
rotisserie chicken
lemon
panko bread crumb
cayenne pepper
fish sauce
sesame seed
pancetta
watercress
herb
pistachio
anchovy
nut
caper
oregano
fennel seed
pine nut
feta
broccoli
olive oil
shallots scallion
yoghurt
cooking spray
egg egg white
gouda
water
guava paste
inches vegetable oil
white vinegar
frying
cheese ball
guava dipping sauce
oil
salmon
kettle brand potato chip
canola
milk
smoked paprika
macaroni
chili powder
horseradish
walnut
ranch dressing seasoning
pimiento
block cream cheese
prosciutto
dole pineapple
ham
kroger woven wheat cracker
kroger brand almond
kroger neufchâtel light cream cheese
bon appetit seasoning
candy corn
red mandm
candy eye
candy melt
white pepper
lime juice
cumin
ocayenne
dill
bourbon bacon jam
mascarpone cheese
semi sweet chocolate chip
chex cereal
cooky
sriracha blue diamond almond
carrot
coconut cream
sriracha
ginger
lime zest
canola oil
mozzarella cheese
swiss cheese
white american cheese
pepper
heavy cream
elbow pasta
panko
hot pepper sauce
oregano leave
blocks cream cheese
cauliflower rice
english toffee
biscoff spread
vanilla
hidden valley® original ranch® salad dressing
pepper jack cheese
bricks cream cheese
crudité vegetable
ritz cracker
peanut
caramel sauce
cream
bbq sauce
cream cheese brick
hickory smoke bacon

Insights

Correlated with Higher Ratings

  • butter
  • pecan

Staple Ingredients

  • cream cheese 58%
  • pecan 40%
  • salt 40%

Common Ingredients

  • cheddar cheese 37%
  • green onion 35%
  • black pepper 28%
  • worcestershire sauce 26%

Usual Ingredients

  • cracker 23%
  • butter 21%
  • bacon 16%
  • garlic 16%
  • garlic powder 16%
  • onion 16%

Rarey Ingredients

  • chive 12%
  • egg 12%
  • onion powder 12%