Classic Cheese Ball

This super easy cheese ball is a holiday classic for a reason.

Its aneasy appetizerto make, and the finished version tastes better than the sum of its parts!

What Is the Best Cheese for a Cheese Ball?

A cheeseball ready to serve with crackers and a cheese knife

Nick Evans

I encourage you to branch out!

Make this your own and use flavors that you love.

My base recipe is made of sharp cheddar and cream cheese.

A person holding a round cracker spread with homemade cheese ball.

Nick Evans

I could go on for days!

Vegetables like celery sticks or thick radish slices would work well too.

The spread is also good smeared on a crusty baguette or served on a tortilla in a wrap!

Close up view of chopped scallions, chopped green peppers and shredded cheese to make an easy cheese ball.

Nick Evans

Just roll them in nuts (or your coating of choice) and wrap them tightly in plastic wrap.

I wouldnt freeze the cheese balls.

In theory, it could work, but I think the texture loses something when frozen then thawed.

Ingredients mixed in a bowl for a cheese ball recipe.

Nick Evans

Mash the ingredients together using a big fork.

Taste and adjust flavors to your liking.

Onto a clean surface or cutting board, spread your pecans into an even layer.

A cheese ball is being covered with chopped nuts to show how to make a cheese ball.

Nick Evans

Roughly separate the cheese ball mixture into two halves.

Using a large spatula or your clean hands, scoop one half out and form into a ball.

Place the cheese ball onto the chopped pecans.

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Repeat with second cheese ball.

Serve with crackers or chips.

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