How to Make Filbert Cheese Ball - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's both delicious and easy to make, then look no further than the Filbert Cheese Ball. This creamy and savory dish is perfect for any gathering, from holiday parties to game day get-togethers. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up this impressive dish in no time.

The star of the Filbert Cheese Ball is, of course, the cheese. Creamy and tangy cream cheese forms the base of this dish, providing a sm...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package grated sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (4 ounce) package crumbled blue cheese
  • 4 ounces butter (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons finely grated onion
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup finely chopped filberts
  • 1 cup chopped filberts
  • 1 cherry, halved
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 2 16-ounce cheese balls

  • Mix Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, blue cheese, butter, onion, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl using an electric mixer or in a food processor until thoroughly blended. Stir in finely chopped filberts.
  • Divide mixture into 2 balls using wet hands. Wrap balls in waxed paper and refrigerate until cool and firm, about 1 hour. Smooth and shape; roll firmly in chopped filberts. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve, at least 1 hour. Garnish each cheese ball with 1 cherry half and parsley 1 hour before serving.
  • Nutrition

    141 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 29mg
    • Sodium: 159mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 119mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 69mg