How to Make Traditional Christmas Cheese Ball - A Step-by-Step Guide

As the holiday season approaches, many people start planning and preparing for the festive gatherings and meals that come with it. One dish that is often a staple at holiday parties is the traditional Christmas cheese ball. This classic appetizer is a crowd-pleaser and makes for a delicious addition to any holiday spread. With its blend of creamy cheeses, savory seasonings, and crunchy nuts, it's no wonder why this recipe has stood the test of time.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (2.5 ounce) package thinly sliced smoked beef, chopped
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can pimento-stuffed green olives, chopped
  • 1 small Vidalia or other sweet onion, minced
  • 2 dashes Worcestershire sauce, or to taste
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Mix the cream cheese, beef, olives, onion, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl until evenly blended. Keeping the mixture in the bowl, scrape it into a semi-ball shape. Cover, and refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours.
  • Place a large sheet of waxed paper on a flat surface. Sprinkle with walnuts. Roll the cheese ball in the walnuts until completely covered. Transfer the cheese ball to a serving plate, or rewrap with waxed paper and refrigerate until needed.
  • Nutrition

    180 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 35mg
    • Sodium: 293mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 38mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 109mg