Description
A creamy, flavorful Philadelphia cream cheese ball made with cheddar, Worcestershire sauce, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, and game day snacks. Serve with crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies for the ultimate appetizer!
Ingredients
- 16 oz (2 blocks) Philadelphia cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped red bell pepper
- 1 dash ground red pepper
- 1 dash salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
1️⃣ Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened Philadelphia cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth.
2️⃣ Add Flavoring: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, onion, bell pepper, ground red pepper, and salt. Mix well.
3️⃣ Chill the Mixture: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (or overnight) to let the flavors develop.
4️⃣ Shape into a Ball: Once firm, remove from the fridge and shape the mixture into a ball using your hands.
5️⃣ Coat with Pecans: Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans until fully covered.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy: Place on a serving plate and serve with crackers, pretzels, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
✅ Make Ahead: Prepare up to 3 days in advance and store in the refrigerator until serving.
✅ Best Texture: Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving for a softer consistency.
✅ Storage: Keep leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
✅ Freezing: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
✅ Customization: Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack, add diced jalapeños for spice, or use almonds instead of pecans for a twist.
✅ Serving Tip: Pair with crackers, pretzels, or fresh vegetables for the best dipping experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (No-Bake)
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Bake, Mixing & Chilling
- Cuisine: american
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of cheese ball
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg