Description
Indulge in a delightful Dill Pickle Cheese Ball, perfect for party food platters and finger foods. This savory appetizer combines creamy cheese with zesty pickles for an irresistible taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces Cream Cheese – softened
- 4 Tablespoons Sour Cream
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- Salt/Pepper – to taste
- 1 Cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1½ Cups Chopped Dill Pickles
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Chopped Dill
- 1/2 Cup Shredded/Chopped Cheddar Cheese (for coating)
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Chopped Dill (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest (for coating)
Instructions
- Combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, lemon juice, and salt & pepper in a mixing bowl. Use a hand mixer to blend until smooth and fluffy.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese, chopped dill pickles, and fresh dill, mixing evenly.
- Lay plastic wrap in an ‘X’ shape on a flat surface. Spoon the cheese mixture into the center, close the edges, and form a ball shape. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- For coating, prepare a mix of shredded cheddar, dill, and lemon zest on a flat surface. Unwrap the chilled cheese ball and roll it onto this layer, ensuring full coverage.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve with crackers.
Notes
- Chill thoroughly for the best texture.
- Use fresh ingredients for vibrant flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Avoid overmixing to maintain the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 cheese ball
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: Dill Pickle Cheese Ball, Party Food Platters, Savory Appetizer