Dill Pickle Cheese Ball (Printer-Friendly Version)
Creamy cheddar cheese blended with dill pickles and pecans, perfect for snacks and gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 -
8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 -
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Flavorings
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1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickles
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1/4 cup chopped green onions
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Coating
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1/4 cup chopped pecans
→ Garnish (optional)
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Extra chopped dill pickles or fresh dill
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
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Add shredded cheddar cheese, chopped dill pickles, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the cream cheese and mix until evenly incorporated.
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Using your hands or plastic wrap, mold the mixture into a round cheese ball.
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Spread chopped pecans on a plate and roll the cheese ball in them until fully coated.
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Cover the coated cheese ball and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up and develop the flavors.
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Present the cheese ball with crackers, pretzels, chips, or vegetable sticks as desired.
# Additional Tips:
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Refrigeration allows the flavors to meld and the cheese ball to firm up for optimal taste and texture.