Garlic Cheese Balls of Love Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
🥢 Servings: 3 softball size balls
Description
Indulge in the irresistibly delicious Garlic Cheese Balls of Love, a savory spread perfect for any occasion. These delightful cheese balls are bursting with flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you’re hosting a party, celebrating a holiday, or simply craving a flavorful snack, this recipe is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
- 3 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup colby cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6-8 cloves garlic
- 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 sprigs fresh curly-leaf parsley
- 4-6 walnuts
- Hot sauce (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Garlic: Begin by mincing the garlic cloves in a food processor until finely chopped.
- Mix Cream Cheese Mixture: In the same food processor, add cream cheese, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Whip the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Add Shredded Cheese: Gradually add half of the shredded colby and sharp cheddar cheese to the cream cheese mixture in the food processor. Pulse several times until well combined.
- Combine Cheese Mixture: Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a bowl containing the remaining shredded cheese. Mix well to ensure even distribution of cheese throughout the mixture.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the cheese mixture for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up.
- Shape Balls: Once chilled, divide the cheese mixture into 3 equal portions and shape them into softball-sized balls using your hands.
- Prepare Parsley Nut Coating: In the food processor, pulse fresh curly-leaf parsley and walnuts together until finely chopped. Pulse 3-4 times to mix well.
- Coat Balls: Roll each cheese ball in the parsley and walnut mixture until evenly coated.
- Chill: Place the coated cheese balls on a plate and chill them in the refrigerator for several hours or until firm.
- Serve: Serve the Garlic Cheese Balls of Love with your favorite crackers and fresh veggies for a delightful snacking experience.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 1687.2
- Fat: 154.3g
- Saturated Fat: 83.5g
- Cholesterol: 400.7mg
- Sodium: 2587.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 22.9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 5.2g
- Protein: 61.4g
Keywords
Lunch/Snacks, Cheese, Fruit, Nuts, High In…, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Brunch, No Cook, Refrigerator, Beginner Cook, Small Appliance, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Indulge in these delectable Garlic Cheese Balls of Love and elevate your snacking game to a whole new level of deliciousness! Whether you’re entertaining guests or treating yourself to a tasty treat, these cheese balls are guaranteed to be a hit. Enjoy the creamy texture, robust flavors, and satisfying crunch of the parsley and walnut coating. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create magic in your kitchen with this irresistible recipe!
