Herbed Marinated Cheese Balls
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Herbed Marinated Cheese Balls! A creamy blend of tangy goat cheese and smooth cream cheese is delicately rolled into bite-sized spheres and coated in a vibrant mixture of fresh parsley, chives, and thyme, with a zesty kick of garlic and red pepper flakes. Submerged in golden extra-virgin olive oil, these cheese balls marinate to perfection, soaking up bold, herbaceous flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this elegant make-ahead recipe is ideal for entertaining, whether you're hosting a dinner party or curating a charcuterie board. Serve them alongside crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies for a gourmet touch that will impress any guest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Goat cheese (soft, plain)
- 4 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- for serving Crusty bread or crackers (optional)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese and cream cheese. Use a spatula or electric hand mixer to blend until smooth and well-combined.
Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, portion the cheese mixture into approximately 1-inch balls. Roll them gently between your palms to create smooth, even balls.
Place the cheese balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or tray. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
Meanwhile, prepare the herb mixture by combining the chopped parsley, chives, thyme, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
Once the cheese balls are chilled, roll each ball individually in the herb mixture, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
Transfer the herbed cheese balls to a clean jar or container. Pour the olive oil over the cheese balls, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Seal the container and refrigerate for at least 24 hours (or up to 5 days) to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
Before serving, bring the cheese balls to room temperature for 20-30 minutes. Serve with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 328.0 g | 421% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.5 g | 447% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 255 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 2850 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 52.4 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 476 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 365 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
