Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Dill Pickle Cheese Ball Recipe, a perfect appetizer for any occasion! With its creamy texture and zesty taste, this cheese ball is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. It combines smooth cream cheese and sharp cheddar with tangy dill pickles, creating a unique twist that pairs wonderfully with crackers, fresh veggies, or pita chips. Whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or celebrating a special event, this crowd-pleaser is quick to prepare and can be made ahead of time for your convenience. Enjoy the burst of flavor as you dig into this deliciously fun cheese ball!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
- 4 tablespoons Sour Cream
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- Salt/Pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1½ cups Chopped Dill Pickles
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Chopped Dill
- For Coating: 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Chopped Dill
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper using a hand mixer until smooth.
- Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped dill pickles, and fresh dill until well combined.
- Form the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap; chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled, roll the cheese ball in the coating ingredients until evenly covered.
- Serve with your favorite dippers like crackers or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Chill for at least 2 hours
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg