Mini Cheese Balls

  Appetizers

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.

Mini Cheese Balls

Average Rating: 4.666666

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. + chilling
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

Instructions

  • 1. 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 corn 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.

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