Description
Looking for the perfect appetizer that will wow your guests? This Dill Pickle Cheese Ball is a creamy, tangy delight that combines the bold flavors of dill pickles and cheddar cheese. It’s incredibly easy to make, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time, making it an ideal choice for busy hosts or last-minute gatherings. Serve it with an assortment of crackers, fresh veggies, or even toast points for a versatile snack that pleases any crowd. Customizable and delicious, this cheese ball is sure to be the star of your next party!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1½ cups chopped dill pickles
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded or chopped cheddar cheese (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill (for coating)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for coating)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, chopped dill pickles, and fresh dill until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
- For coating, combine shredded cheddar cheese, fresh dill, and lemon zest in a shallow dish. Roll the chilled cheese ball in this mixture until evenly coated.
- Serve with crackers or veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 94
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 167mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 22mg