Description
Creamy parmesan peppercorn cheese ball brings Mediterranean elegance to any gathering. Delightful blend of sharp cheese, crushed peppercorns, and herbs promises a sophisticated appetizer you’ll crave at every celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) package cream cheese, softened
Seasoning and Mix:
- 1 packet Parmesan Peppercorn Cheese Ball Mix
Serving Suggestions:
- Assorted crackers, breads, and dippers of choice
Instructions
- Blend softened cream cheese with Parmesan Peppercorn Cheese Ball Mix in a mixing bowl, stirring thoroughly until ingredients are completely integrated and smooth.
- Transfer mixture to refrigerator and chill for 2 hours, allowing flavors to meld and texture to firm up.
- Remove chilled mixture and gently form into a compact, rounded sphere using clean hands.
- Place cheese ball on a serving platter, surrounding with an array of crisp crackers, rustic bread slices, and complementary dipping accompaniments.
- For a reduced-calorie alternative, substitute standard cream cheese with light cream cheese variety, maintaining the same preparation technique.
Notes
- Chill thoroughly to enhance flavor and texture, allowing the cheese ball to set firmly for easier shaping and better taste integration.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for smoother blending and prevent lumpy consistency when mixing ingredients.
- Try different cracker varieties or fresh vegetable sticks for unique dipping experiences that complement the rich, peppery flavor profile.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days, maintaining optimal freshness and preventing flavor absorption from other refrigerated items.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg