Creamy Dill Pickle Cheese Ball
A creamy, tangy, and dill-packed appetizer perfect for parties, game nights, or any snack table. With rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and crunchy dill pickles, this cheese ball is a pickle lover’s dream. Make it ahead, chill, and serve with your favorite dippers for an effortless crowd-pleaser.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Plastic wrap
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 226 g cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped dill pickles
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Optional garnishes: chopped pickles, fresh dill, or paprika for topping
Instructions
- Mix the Base – In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, dill pickles, fresh dill, garlic powder, green onions, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and well mixed.
- Shape the Cheese Ball – Scoop the mixture onto plastic wrap. Gather the edges and shape into a ball by gently rolling and pressing together.
- Chill for Best Texture – Refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
- Garnish Before Serving – Roll or sprinkle with extra chopped dill, pickle slices, or paprika, and garnish with fresh dill sprigs.
- Serve and Enjoy – Place on a platter surrounded by crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies, and dig in!
Notes
For best flavor, chill the cheese ball overnight. Add extra pickle juice if you like it tangier.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 350mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.3mg
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