Description

These little gems are the perfect appetizer for the holidays. Instead of making a large cheese ball, these mini cheese balls offer the perfect size for individuals. You also get more bang for the buck with the different toppings.

Ingredients

• Cheese Balls:
• 2 T. salted butter, at room temperature
• 8 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature
• 2 t. freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/8 t. Worcestershire sauce
• 1/8 t. hot sauce
• 1/8 t. freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 c. freshly shredded Cheddar cheese
• Topping:
• 1/3 c. dried cranberries
• 1/3 c. crushed nuts, almonds, pecans or walnuts
• 1/3 c. green onion, finely chopped
• 12-15 pretzel sticks

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, add butter, cream cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire and hot sauces and black pepper. Beat with an electric mixer until well combined and smooth. Stir in Cheddar cheese.
2. Use a spoon to divide mixture into 12-15 tablespoon-size portions. Dip clean hands in a little bit of water; smooth each portion into a small ball.
3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or longer as if making in advance.