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Garlic Herb Cheeseball Recipe

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  • Author: Sue
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (includes chilling time)
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Garlic Herb Cheeseball is a flavorful, creamy appetizer perfect for any party or gathering. Made with softened cream cheese blended with fresh herbs, parmesan, and seasonings, then rolled in crunchy chopped pecans, it offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes. Ready in just 20 minutes plus chilling time, it's an easy yet elegant dish to serve with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables.

Ingredients

Herb Cheese Mixture

  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese (softened, 2 blocks of 8 ounces each)
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (finely chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives (finely chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill (finely chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Oregano (finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder

Coating

  • 1 cup Pecans (finely chopped)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Herbs: Wash, dry, and finely chop fresh parsley, chives, dill, and oregano to ensure even distribution and release of fresh flavors.
  2. Mix Cheese and Herbs: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, the chopped fresh herbs, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated into a smooth mixture.
  3. Form the Cheeseball: Shape the cheese mixture into a compact ball. Wrap the ball tightly in plastic wrap to maintain shape and prevent drying out during chilling.
  4. Chill the Cheeseball: Place the wrapped cheeseball in the refrigerator and let it chill for 1 hour to firm up and allow the flavors to meld.
  5. Prepare Pecan Coating: Finely chop the pecans and spread them evenly on a shallow plate or bowl, ready for coating.
  6. Coat the Cheeseball: After chilling, remove the plastic wrap and roll the firm cheeseball in the chopped pecans. Press gently to ensure pecans adhere evenly over the entire surface.
  7. Final Chill: Return the coated cheeseball to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, until fully firm and ready to serve.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fresh herbs rather than dried.
  • You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
  • Serve the cheeseball with assorted crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetable sticks.
  • Let the cheeseball sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving for easier spreading.
  • This cheeseball can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator, wrapped tightly in plastic.

Find it online: https://suerecipe.com/garlic-herb-cheeseball-recipe/