Coventry, Harlequin, Holiday, Fruit & Nut Che

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A versatile collection of creamy cheese ball variations perfect for holiday gatherings and appetizer spreads.
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Coventry, Harlequin, Holiday, Fruit & Nut Che

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 1 Calories: 72.7

Description

This recipe offers four distinct twists on a classic cream cheese base, perfect for any festive occasion. The base is a smooth blend of softened cream cheese and sharp cheddar, enhanced with savory aromatics like onion and parsley. You can customize it into a tangy Harlequin version with pimiento and mustard, a zesty Holiday ball with caraway seeds, or a sweet Fruit and Nut variation featuring crushed pineapple and toasted nuts. These cheese balls are ideal for serving alongside crackers or fresh vegetables. They require no baking, just mixing and chilling, making them an easy, make-ahead appetizer that delivers rich, comforting flavor in every bite. Great for parties, potlucks, or casual snacking.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Soften 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese and 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese at room temperature.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and cheddar cheese until smooth and well combined.
  3. For the base mixture, add 1/4 cup minced onion, 2 tablespoons minced parsley, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to the cheese blend.
  4. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  5. To make the Harlequin variation, stir in 2 tablespoons finely diced pimiento, 1 teaspoon prepared brown mustard, and 1 crushed garlic clove.
  6. To make the Holiday variation, stir in 1 tablespoon caraway seeds to the base mixture.
  7. To make the Fruit and Nut variation, fold in 1 can (8 1/4 ounces) well-drained crushed pineapple and 1/3 cup finely chopped nuts.
  8. Shape the chosen mixture into a compact ball using your hands or plastic wrap.
  9. For the Fruit and Nut version, roll the ball in the remaining 1/3 cup chopped nuts to coat evenly.
  10. For the Holiday version, sprinkle ribbons of paprika and chopped parsley around the ball for garnish.
  11. For the Harlequin version, garnish with pimiento stars if desired.
  12. Refrigerate the cheese ball for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
  13. Serve chilled with assorted crackers or fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 72.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.2g12%
Saturated Fat 4.5g23%
Cholesterol 18.5mg7%
Sodium 68.2mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 0.7g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 1.3g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cheese ball, appetizer, holiday party, cream cheese, cheddar, pineapple, nuts, no-bake, easy recipe, party food, snack, vegetarian, crackers, mustard, pimiento, caraway, make ahead, festive, spreadable, classic
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