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Rudolph Christmas Cheese Ball

Rudolph Christmas Cheese Ball: Festive No-Bake Delight

Rudolph Christmas Cheese Ball is a charming no-bake appetizer that's creamy, flavorful, and perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces cream cheese can be substituted with Neufchâtel for a lighter option
  • 4 ounces blue cheese add a sharp and tangy flavor; substitute with feta or sharp white cheddar if desired
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese use a sharper cheddar for more intensity
  • 1/2 cup walnuts can be omitted or replaced with pecans
  • 1/4 cup green onions substitute with chives or finely diced red onions
For the Garnish
  • 1 whole red bell pepper for Rudolph's nose; consider other colors
  • 2 whole black olives used for eyes; cherry tomatoes can be a substitute

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • plastic wrap
  • serving platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Rudolph Christmas Cheese Ball
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, blue cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese. Add walnuts and green onions. Mix until creamy.
  2. Shape the mixture into a ball, aiming for about 6 inches in diameter for presentation.
  3. Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  4. Decorate the cheese ball with red bell pepper and black olives for garnishing.
  5. Allow the cheese ball to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with an assortment of crackers or fresh veggie sticks for a festive touch.

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