🦌 Rudolph Christmas Cheese Ball Recipe 🎄✨
This fun and festive Rudolph Cheese Ball is creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly delicious! Perfect for holiday gatherings, it’s the ultimate appetizer that doubles as a show-stopping centerpiece.
📝 Ingredients:
For the Cheese Ball Base:
16 oz cream cheese, softened 🧀
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt 🧂
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Coating:
1 cup crushed pecans (or walnuts) 🌰
For Rudolph’s Face:
2 small pretzels (for antlers) 🥨
2 candy eyes (or chocolate chips) 👀
1 red candy (like a cherry, red M&M, or gumdrop) 🍬
👨🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Mix the Cheese Ball Base:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Mix until smooth and fully combined using a spoon or hand mixer.
2️⃣ Shape the Cheese Ball:
Transfer the cheese mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap.
Wrap it tightly and shape it into a ball with your hands.
Refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours until firm.
3️⃣ Coat the Cheese Ball:
Once firm, unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in crushed pecans (or walnuts), pressing gently to coat evenly.
4️⃣ Decorate Rudolph’s Face:
Place the cheese ball on a serving platter.
Insert two small pretzels at the top for Rudolph’s antlers.
Gently press in the candy eyes and red candy nose to form Rudolph’s adorable face.
5️⃣ Serve:
Serve immediately with crackers, vegetables, or pretzels for dipping.
If not serving right away, keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
✨ Notes & Variations:
Make Ahead: Prepare the cheese ball up to 24 hours in advance. Add decorations right before serving.
Nut-Free Option: Swap pecans for shredded cheese, crushed pretzels, or breadcrumbs for coating.
Flavor Boost: Add crumbled bacon, chopped herbs (like parsley or chives), or a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra zing! 🌿🌶️
⏰ Details:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 1–2 hours
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Yield: Serves 12–16 as an appetizer
This Rudolph Christmas Cheese Ball is as adorable as it is delicious! A hit with both kids and adults, it’s the perfect appetizer for holiday parties. 🦌🎄 Serve it up with crackers, pretzels, or veggies, and watch your guests smile!
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