4 Easy Cheese Balls

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INGREDIENTS

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

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

1/2 cup pecans, chopped

2 tablespoons chives, chopped

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

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

PREPARATION

For each ball, beat together the cheese ball ingredients with an electric mixer on medium until fluffy and well combined.

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.

When ready to serve, unwrap ball, shape further as necessary and roll in coating ingredients. Serve, and enjoy!