Monkey Cheese Ball
Transform your appetizer game with this whimsical Monkey Cheese Ball—a creamy, cheesy delight that's as fun to look at as it is to eat! Perfect for parties, this recipe combines the rich flavors of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, garlic, and onion powders with a savory kick of Worcestershire sauce. Rolled in crunchy pecans or walnuts and creatively shaped into an adorable monkey face, complete with black olive eyes, chocolate chip details, and pretzel rod "ears," this cheese ball is a show-stopping centerpiece. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a kid-friendly and crowd-pleasing snack served alongside your favorite crackers. Whether you're hosting a birthday party or a quirky get-together, this Monkey Cheese Ball is guaranteed to bring smiles to the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 cup Pecans or walnuts (finely chopped)
- 2 whole Black olives
- 6 pieces Mini pretzel rods
- 12 oz Crackers of choice (for serving)
- 4 pieces Chocolate chips
- 1 tsp Peanut butter (optional; as adhesive for decorations)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until thoroughly combined and smooth.
Divide the cheese mixture into two portions: one larger (about 3/4 of the mixture) and one smaller (about 1/4 of the mixture).
Shape the larger portion into a ball to form the monkey's head. Shape the smaller portion into a slightly flattened ball for the monkey's muzzle.
Roll both cheese balls in the finely chopped pecans or walnuts until evenly coated. Place the larger ball on a serving platter, and position the smaller ball at the bottom center to create the muzzle.
Use two whole black olives to create the eyes. Place them above the muzzle on the larger cheese ball.
Arrange four chocolate chips to form the monkey's nostrils and smile on the smaller ball (use a small dab of peanut butter to stick them in place if needed).
Insert mini pretzel rods on both sides of the larger cheese ball to represent the monkey's ears.
Refrigerate the assembled cheese ball for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Serve with crackers of your choice and enjoy this whimsical Monkey Cheese Ball!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 354.8 g | 455% | |
| Saturated Fat | 152.6 g | 763% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 698 mg | 233% | |
| Sodium | 8097 mg | 352% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 425.0 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.7 g | ||
| Protein | 130.9 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2333 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2144 mg | 46% | |
*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.
