Description
This Dill Pickle Cheese Ball Recipe presents a delightful twist on the classic cheese ball, combining creamy cheese with tangy dill pickles for an appetizer that’s sure to impress. With its refreshing flavor profile and easy preparation, this cheese ball is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a festive gathering, celebrating a holiday, or enjoying game day with friends. Simply mix, chill, and coat in toppings for a visually appealing and delicious treat. Pair it with crackers, fresh veggies, or mini pretzel bites to elevate your appetizer spread and ensure your guests keep coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
- 4 tablespoons Sour Cream
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1½ cups Chopped Dill Pickles
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Chopped Dill
- Coating: 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Chopped Dill
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper using a hand mixer until smooth.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, chopped dill pickles, and fresh dill.
- Form the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Coat the chilled cheese ball with shredded cheddar cheese, fresh dill, and lemon zest before serving on a platter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg