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Mini Cheese Balls

Name: Mini Cheese Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 36 cheese balls
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese; Optional toppings: Toasted sesame seeds, minced fresh rosemary and paprika; Optional garnishes: Halved rye crisps and rolled tortilla chips

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Total Time

Prep: 30 min. + chilling

Makes

36 cheese balls

Updated: Aug. 13, 2022

These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary and/or paprika to add even more flavor. —J. Spivey, Ennice, North Carolina

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Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: Toasted sesame seeds, minced fresh rosemary and paprika
Optional garnishes: Halved rye crisps and rolled tortilla chips

Directions

In a large bowl, combine cheeses. Shape into 36 balls; roll balls in toppings as desired. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. To serve, if desired, press a rye crisp or rolled tortilla chip into the top of each cheese ball.

Nutrition Facts

1 cheese ball: 47 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 13mg cholesterol, 61mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.

Mini Cheese Balls

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