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Dill Pickle Cheese Ball

Dill Pickle Cheese Balls

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Category Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 14 balls
Calories 91 kcal
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Description

Tangy, creamy, and bursting with flavor, these Dill Pickle Cheese Balls are the ultimate party appetizer! Combining cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and crunchy dill pickles, these bite-sized snacks are easy to make and perfect for entertaining. Serve with crackers, veggies, or as a fun finger food at your next gathering!

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Ball Mixture:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/3 cup dill pickles finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon pickle juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Coating:

  • 1/4 cup dill pickles finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
  • 1/4 cup crushed crackers optional, for crunch

Instructions
 

Prepare the Cheese Ball Mixture:

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped dill pickles, pickle juice, fresh dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix well until fully combined and creamy.

Shape into Balls:

  1. Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, portion out the mixture and roll into bite-sized balls with your hands. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Prepare the Coating:

  1. In a shallow dish, combine the finely chopped dill pickles, fresh dill, and crushed crackers (if using).

Coat the Cheese Balls:

  1. Roll each cheese ball in the coating mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating sticks. Return the coated balls to the baking sheet.

Chill Before Serving:

  1. Cover the cheese balls with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up and enhance the flavors.

Serve:

  1. Arrange the Dill Pickle Cheese Balls on a platter with crackers or fresh veggies and serve chilled.

Notes

Nutrition Information (per cheese ball):

  • Calories: 90
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
 

Additional Notes:

  • Use low-fat cream cheese if you prefer a lighter version.
  • For extra tang, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the mixture.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.