Description
This classic Chipped Beef Cheese Ball recipe combines creamy softened cream cheese with savory dried beef, green onions, and seasonings, making a delicious and easy no-cook appetizer. Perfect for holiday gatherings or casual parties, this cheese ball can be rolled in nuts or fresh parsley for extra texture and served with crackers or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Ball
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 jar (2.5 oz) dried beef, chopped
- ¼ cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Coating (optional)
- ¼ cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- Fresh parsley for garnish
For Serving
- Crackers
- Celery sticks
- Sliced bell peppers
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, chopped dried beef, finely chopped green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until thoroughly blended.
- Shape Cheese Ball: Using clean hands or a spatula, form the cheese mixture into a ball shape, ensuring it is compact and holds together well.
- Coat Cheese Ball (Optional): Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans, walnuts, or fresh parsley to add texture and visual appeal, if desired.
- Chill: Wrap the cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cheese ball to firm up.
- Serve: Remove from the fridge just before serving and pair with crackers, celery sticks, or sliced bell peppers for dipping.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper into the cheese mixture.
- This cheese ball can be prepared a day in advance and kept refrigerated to enhance flavors.
- Form smaller mini cheese balls for individual servings suitable for parties or gatherings.
