Whether savory or sweet, these top-rated cheese ball recipes are ideal for parties (even a party of two!).
Top 10 Cheese Ball Recipes That Will Make Your Next Party a Hit
Updated on Sep. 14, 2023
Bacon, Cheddar and Swiss Cheese Ball
When it’s time for a party, everyone always requests this ultimate cheese ball—it’s such an impressive appetizer. And if you’re a party guest, it makes a fabulous gift for your hosts.—Sue Franklin, Lake St. Louis, Missouri
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Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball
Total Time
10 min
Servings
3-1/3 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This cheese ball will keep for several days in the refrigerator. It's delicious! I've found it's especially popular at a party or get-together.
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 98 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 99mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Ham-Cheddar Cheese Ball
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
With the classic combo of ham and cheese, this spread is a year-round favorite at our house. For football parties, shape the mixture into a football and add strips of Swiss for the laces. —Michele Moore, Mooresville, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons (calculated without crackers): 108 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 162mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Pumpkin Cheese Ball
Total Time
20 min
Servings
3 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
No one will guess that this make-ahead pumpkin cheese ball has pumpkin in it, but that subtle ingredient lends harvest color and added nutrition. —Linnea Rein, Topeka, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 85 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 174mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
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Savory Cheese Ball
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Blue cheese contributes a pleasant, tangy bite and olive a saltiness to this creamy cheese ball recipe. For the optimum taste, let the cheese ball stand at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving.—Jan Stawara, Howell, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 145 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 204mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Garlic-Parmesan Cheese Ball
Total Time
10 min
Servings
about 2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This garlic cheese ball is one of our entertaining mainstays. It complements most meals and is so easy to prepare and dress up with a variety of garnishes. —Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 98 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 109mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Crab Rangoon Cheese Ball
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 cups (48 wonton chips)
From the Recipe Creator:
My whole family loves crab rangoon, so I wanted to come up with a healthier version—no deep frying! Word of advice: Make a double batch. This won’t last long! —Bridget Mooney, Chicago, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons with 3 chips: 116 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 286mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.
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3-in-1 Cheese Ball
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 large cheese balls (about 1 cup each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Three incredible cheese balls in flavors like pesto, horseradish-bacon and Gorgonzola make for a dazzling display at any get-together. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons (calculated without optional decorations and crackers): 94 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 157mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 3g protein.
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Party Cheese Balls
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 cheese balls (1-3/4 cups each)
From the Recipe Creator:
These tangy cheese balls are guaranteed to spread cheer at your next gathering. The ingredients create a colorful presentation and a savory combination of flavors. —Shirley Hoerman, Nekoosa, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 99 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
