Description
This Irresistible Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball is a creamy, tangy appetizer that combines bold cheddar and zesty ranch flavors. Perfect for any gathering, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser that keeps guests coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Cream Cheese
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 packet Ranch Dressing Mix
- 2 Green Onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup Walnuts or Pecans, chopped (or substitute with sunflower seeds)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese: Start by taking the cream cheese out of the fridge to soften for about 30 minutes.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, ranch dressing mix, and chopped green onions. Use a spatula or an electric mixer on low speed to blend everything until well combined.
- Shape the Ball: Once everything is thoroughly mixed, use your hands to shape the mixture into a ball.
- Coat the Cheese Ball: On a large piece of plastic wrap, spread the chopped walnuts (or your chosen nut alternative). Roll the cheese ball in the nuts until it’s fully coated.
- Chill: Wrap the cheese ball tightly in the plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight if you have the time.
- Serve: Just before serving, place the cheese ball on a platter and serve with an assortment of crackers, fresh veggies, or pretzel sticks.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball slice
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
Keywords: Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or adjust the seasoning to suit your taste. This cheese ball can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.