Here’s a savory Beef Cheese Ball—great as an appetizer or party snack 🧀🥩
Beef Cheese Ball (Easy & Crowd-Pleaser)
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked ground beef (well-drained & cooled)
- 2 tbsp finely chopped green onions
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional coating: chopped parsley, crushed crackers, or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Cook the beef
Brown ground beef in a skillet, season lightly with salt and pepper, drain well, and let cool completely. - Mix base
In a bowl, combine cream cheese and shredded cheddar until smooth. - Add flavor
Stir in cooked beef, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and black pepper. - Shape
Spoon mixture onto plastic wrap and shape into a ball. - Coat (optional)
Roll in parsley, crushed crackers, or nuts for texture. - Chill
Refrigerate at least 1 hour to firm up.
Serving Ideas
- With crackers or toasted bread
- With pretzels or veggie sticks
- As a burger-inspired dip with pickles on the side
Flavor Variations
- Bacon Cheeseburger: add cooked turkey bacon bits & a little mustard
- Spicy: mix in a pinch of paprika or mild chili powder
- Jamaican-inspired: add a touch of allspice and finely diced scallions
If you want a no-bake version, low-fat option, or a party-size batch, just let me know 😊
