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The Best Classic Cheese Ball Recipe
A delicious and easy cheese ball perfect for parties and gatherings. Creamy, cheesy, and coated with crunchy pecans, it's sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Dairy
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 Tbsp ranch seasoning
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 3/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and dill until smooth.
- Mix in shredded cheddar cheese.
- Form mixture into a ball using plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Place chopped pecans on a plate.
- Roll cheese ball in pecans until coated and serve with crackers.
Notes
For best flavor, let the cheese ball sit in the fridge for at least an hour before serving.