Party Cheese Wreath
Description: A festive yuletide-themed appetizer perfect for your Christmas Party, this Party Cheese Wreath is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare with no cooking required—just an overnight chill in the fridge to firm up! Happy Holidays!
Recipe Category: Spreads
Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Cheese, Very Low Carbs, High In…, Potluck, Christmas, < 15 Mins, No Cook, Easy
Ingredients:
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 209.5
- Fat: 19.4g
- Saturated Fat: 12.3g
- Cholesterol: 61.4mg
- Sodium: 238.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 1.6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 0.3g
- Protein: 7.6g
Servings: 12
Total Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling time)
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese and cheddar cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until well blended and smooth.
- Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and lemon juice to the cheese mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cheese mixture for several hours or overnight to allow it to firm up.
- Before serving, place a drinking glass in the center of your serving platter.
- Using a spoon, drop rounded tablespoonfuls of the chilled cheese mixture around the glass, making sure they touch the outer edge of the glass to form a ring.
- Use a spatula to smooth out the surface of the cheese ring.
- Carefully remove the drinking glass from the center of the cheese ring.
- Garnish the cheese wreath with chopped fresh parsley and additional finely chopped red bell pepper for a festive touch.
- Serve the Party Cheese Wreath with an assortment of crackers and breadsticks for dipping and spreading.
This delightful Party Cheese Wreath is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a convenient appetizer option for any holiday gathering. Its vibrant colors and rich flavors will surely make it the centerpiece of your festive spread, while its simplicity ensures that you spend less time in the kitchen and more time celebrating with loved ones. Enjoy this delicious treat and spread the holiday cheer! 🎄🧀
