Stinky Dried Beef Cheese Ball
Say hello to bold flavors with the Stinky Dried Beef Cheese Ball, a retro-inspired appetizer that's sure to steal the show at your next gathering. This indulgent cheese ball combines tangy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and salty bites of dried beef, perfectly seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and a touch of black pepper. Chopped green onions add a refreshing crunch, while the optional addition of pecans and parsley takes the texture and presentation to the next level. Rolled in a savory coating of reserved dried beef (and nuts, if you choose), this make-ahead party favorite is ideal for pairing with crackers, toast points, or fresh veggies. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep and chilled to perfection, this crowd-pleasing cheese ball is as easy to make as it is to devour. A must-try recipe for cheese ball enthusiasts and retro appetizer fans alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese
- 5 oz Dried beef
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 stalks Green onions (chopped)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Pecans (chopped, optional)
- 2 tbsp Parsley (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Remove the cream cheese from the fridge and allow it to soften at room temperature for about 10 minutes for easier mixing.
Finely chop the dried beef and set aside a small portion (about 1/4 cup) for coating the outside of the cheese ball.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Mix thoroughly using a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Fold in the majority of the chopped dried beef, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands, then roll the ball in the reserved dried beef (and optional chopped pecans and parsley) to coat the outside.
Wrap the cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the ball to firm up.
Before serving, remove the plastic wrap and place the cheese ball on a serving plate. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Serve with crackers, toast points, or fresh vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 268.8 g | 345% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.8 g | 674% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 647 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 4893 mg | 213% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.4 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.2 g | ||
| Protein | 110.6 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1381 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1968 mg | 42% | |
*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.
