Introducing the delectable Blue Bleu Cheese & Cream Cheese Olive Ball, a cherished family recipe that has graced our holiday table for generations! Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, this cheese ball is an absolute crowd-pleaser 🎉.
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Serves: Perfect for sharing
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup blue cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup black olives, chopped
Instructions:
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Creamy Cheese Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, blue cheese, and cream cheese. Blend them together until smooth and creamy, ensuring a harmonious marriage of flavors 🧀.
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Olive Infusion: Next, add in the chopped black olives to the creamy cheese mixture. Gently fold them in, ensuring that every morsel of olive is evenly distributed throughout the mixture. This step adds a delightful burst of savory goodness to every bite 🫒.
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Forming the Ball: With your hands, shape the cheese mixture into a ball. This is where the magic happens as you sculpt the creamy goodness into a visually appealing sphere. Don’t worry about perfection—each imperfection adds character to your creation 🌟.
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Chill Time: Once the ball is formed, it’s time to let it chill and firm up. Place the cheese ball in the refrigerator and let it rest overnight. This step is crucial as it allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a cheese ball that is rich, creamy, and utterly irresistible ❄️.
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Presentation: When you’re ready to serve, remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly. Arrange your favorite crackers, like Triscuits, around the cheese ball for easy dipping and spreading 🍪.
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Enjoy: Gather your loved ones around, and indulge in the creamy goodness of this Blue Bleu Cheese & Cream Cheese Olive Ball. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, guaranteed to leave everyone coming back for more. Share stories, laughter, and joy as you savor this beloved family recipe together 💕.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 199.7
- Fat Content: 20.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 49.4mg
- Sodium Content: 429.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 2.7g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 0.1g
- Protein Content: 2.1g
This Blue Bleu Cheese & Cream Cheese Olive Ball is not just a recipe—it’s a tradition, a memory, and a celebration of togetherness. From our family to yours, may this cheese ball bring joy and warmth to your holiday gatherings and beyond 🎄.