Description
A sophisticated cheeseball that blends sharp cheddar and ranch seasoning, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1/2 cup nuts, such as pecans or walnuts, finely chopped
- Optional: fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing mix in a mixing bowl. Blend until smooth.
- Form the cheese mixture into a round ball using your hands.
- Roll the formed ball in the chopped nuts until fully coated.
- Chill the cheeseball in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving, if desired.
Notes
Let cream cheese reach room temperature before mixing for a smoother texture. Serve with an assortment of crackers and vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cheeseball, appetizer, party snack, ranch, cheddar