Description
This Irresistible Cheddar Ranch Cheese Ball blends creamy textures with zesty ranch and sharp cheddar, all wrapped in a crunchy toasted almond coating. It’s the ultimate party starter—easy to prep, big on flavor, and completely crowd-pleasing.
Ingredients
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
1 cup chopped toasted almonds
Instructions
- Let cream cheese sit at room temperature to soften.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Fold in shredded cheddar, green onions, and herbs until well mixed.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Toast chopped almonds in a dry skillet until golden. Cool completely.
- Unwrap the chilled cheese ball and roll it in toasted almonds until fully coated.
- Serve with crackers, veggies, or pretzels. Let sit 10 minutes at room temp before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizers