Mini Cheese Ball Bites
These mini cheese ball bites are creamy, tangy, and perfect for easy party snacking.
Servings: 15 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons salted butter room temperature
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/8 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup freshly shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup crushed nuts almonds, pecans, or walnuts
- 1/3 cup green onion finely chopped
- 12-15 pretzel sticks
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the butter, cream cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and black pepper.
- Beat with an electric mixer (or whisk) until the mixture is smooth and well combined, then stir in the shredded cheddar.
- Use a spoon or small scoop to portion the mixture into 12 to 15 tablespoon-sized portions.
- Wet your hands lightly and roll each portion into a small, smooth ball, then place the balls on a plate or tray.
- Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Before serving, roll each chilled ball in dried cranberries, crushed nuts, or chopped green onion to coat.
- Insert a pretzel stick into each ball and serve immediately.
Equipment
- medium mixing bowl
- electric mixer or hand whisk
- measuring spoons and cups
- spoon or small scoop
- plate or tray
Notes
- These can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.
- Do not add pretzel sticks until just before serving.