Cheese Ball Wreath

INGREDIENTS

For the Ranch Cheese Ball Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 1 tablespoon Ranch seasoning
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon hot sauce
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

For the Zesty Herb Cheese Ball Filling:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ¼ cup finely chopped chives
• 1 cup shredded white sharp cheddar cheese

For the Cheese Ball Toppings:

• Chopped dried cranberries
• Chopped pecans or almonds
• Sliced green onions or chives
• Finely chopped parsley

For the Wreath Garnish:

• Fresh rosemary sprigs
• Fresh thyme sprigs
• Fresh mint leaves
• Fresh parsley leaves

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Prepare the Ranch Cheese Balls:

• In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
• Add Ranch seasoning, mayonnaise, and hot sauce. Mix until well combined.
• Stir in shredded sharp cheddar cheese until evenly distributed. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Zesty Herb Cheese Balls:

• In another mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
• Add mayonnaise, onion powder, garlic salt, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and chopped chives. Mix until well combined.
• Mix in shredded white sharp cheddar cheese. Set aside.

3. Assemble the Cheese Ball Wreath:

• Use a cookie scoop or spoon to form balls out of each cheese ball mixture.
• Place the balls onto a serving tray or circular cutting board, arranging them in a ring shape to create a wreath. You may need to do this in layers if your tray is not large enough to fit all at once.
• Refrigerate the cheese balls for 1-2 hours until firm.

4. Roll and Decorate the Cheese Balls:

• Once chilled, roll each cheese ball in your chosen toppings: chopped cranberries, chopped pecans or almonds, sliced green onions or chives, and finely chopped parsley.

5. Garnish the Wreath:

• Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs, thyme sprigs, mint leaves, and parsley leaves around the edges of the cheese ball wreath to create a festive garnish.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

• Chill the assembled wreath in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
• To serve, place a small serving knife or spreading utensil nearby for guests to enjoy the cheese balls.

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This should help you create a beautiful and delicious cheese ball wreath for your gathering! Enjoy your cooking!