4 Easy Cheese Balls

DILL CHIVE CHEESE BALL

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup Gouda cheese, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons chives, snipped
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• For the coating: 1 tablespoon dried dill

BACON CHEDDAR RANCH CHEESE BALL

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 packet Ranch seasoning mix
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/4 cup chives or green onions, chopped
• 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
• For the coating: 2 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled

GLORIOUS GARLIC CHEESE BALL

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• For the coating: 1/2 cup sliced almonds

CRANBERRY PECAN CHEESE BALL

• 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
• 3/4 cup Gouda cheese, grated
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chives, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• For the coating: 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
• For the coating: 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• For the coating: 2 tablespoons chives, chopped

PREPARATION

1. For each ball, beat together the cheese ball ingredients with an electric mixer on medium until fluffy and well combined.
2. Place mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap, shape into a ball, and cover completely. Chill until ready to serve, but at least 4 hours.
3. When ready to serve, unwrap ball, shape further as necessary and roll in coating ingredients. Serve, and enjoy!