Description
The Dill Pickle Cheese Ball is a creamy, tangy appetizer packed with the zesty flavor of dill pickles, cheddar cheese, and herbs—perfect for parties, snack tables, or game-day spreads.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup finely chopped dill pickles
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or chives (optional)
- 1/2 cup crushed pretzels, shredded cheese, or extra chopped pickles (for coating)
- Crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies (for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in chopped dill pickles, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, dill, Worcestershire sauce (if using), and green onions.
- Mix until fully combined and shape into a ball with clean hands or wrap in plastic wrap and mold.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up and blend flavors.
- Before serving, roll the cheese ball in crushed pretzels, extra cheese, or chopped pickles.
- Serve with crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies.
Notes
- Mix in chopped bacon for a smoky flavor.
- Use spicy pickles or add red pepper flakes for heat.
- Roll in chopped nuts like pecans for a crunchy finish.
- Make mini cheese balls for individual servings or party trays.
- Store wrapped in fridge for up to 4 days; do not freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 cheese ball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
