Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Easy Carrot Cheese Ball, a vibrant and eye-catching appetizer that will steal the show at any gathering. Crafted to resemble a carrot, this creamy cheese ball is not only visually appealing but also bursting with deliciousness. With its blend of cream cheese and cheddar, accented by zesty spices, it’s the perfect complement to a variety of crackers and fresh veggies. Whether you’re planning a spring celebration, holiday feast, or casual get-together, this fun and festive cheese spread is sure to impress your guests and satisfy their cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
- 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- ½ tsp. onion powder
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- ½ tsp. dried oregano
- ½ tsp. dried parsley
- 1 tsp. Tabasco sauce
- 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh parsley sprigs for garnish
- Crackers for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, half of the shredded cheddar, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, oregano, parsley, Tabasco sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Blend until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a carrot form using plastic wrap for assistance; place it on a serving board.
- Coat the shaped cheese ball with the remaining shredded cheddar and garnish with parsley sprigs to mimic carrot greens.
- Serve alongside an assortment of crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg