Easy Cheese Ball Recipe

Enjoy a delicious and simple cheese ball with this easy recipe! Feel free to substitute Colby, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack for the cheddar. For a smaller cheese ball, halve the recipe. Serve with your favorite crackers!

Total time2 hrs 5 mins
Prep time5 mins
Yield1 cheese ball, 8

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Ingredients

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
2.5 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1.5 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

In a medium bowl, mash the cream cheese until smooth. Combine the dressing mix and cheddar cheese with the cream cheese. Form the mixture into a ball shape. Roll the cheese ball in the chopped pecans, ensuring it's fully coated. Cover and refrigerate until you're ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 557 kcal
Fat Content: 53 g
Fiber Content: 2 g
Sugar Content: 1 g
Sodium Content: 720 mg
Protein Content: 17 g
Cholesterol Content: 113 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 8 g
Saturated Fat Content: 24 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g