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Oct 16, 2014

Everything Cheese Ball

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I want to start this off by saying that I’ve spent 20 minutes trying to figure out if it’s “cheese ball” or “cheeseball”. I assumed it was like basketball. But then I thought about soccer ball.

There is no real consistency when it comes to balls, apparently.

Today we’re talking about this Everything Cheese Ball. Because it’s football season and cheese balls are my favorite thing to show up with at football parties. Who doesn’t like cheese balls?! Especially when it’s cheese mixed with fun stuff like bacon and then covered in “Everything” bagel seasoning.

(You can find Everything seasoning on Amazon for a really good price!)

This turned out delicious and it may be my new favorite cheese ball. Plus, cheese balls are so simple to make and you can make this one ahead of time and store it in the fridge (without the seasoning on it) until your party starts. Or until dinner. Or until your kids go to sleep and you can finally have a peaceful moment with the cheese.

Whatever, I won’t judge you.

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Everything Cheese Ball

Everything Cheese Ball

Yield: about 16 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

adapted from Bon Appetit

Ingredients

  • 2 slices bacon, finely chopped
  • 1 1/3 cups finely grated extra sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1 green onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • salt, to taste
  • Everything bagel spice mixture

Instructions

  1. Cook bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until browned and crisp, 5–8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain; let cool.
  2. Beat cheddar, cream cheese, and butter with a mixture until combined. Beat in scallion, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and bacon; season with salt. Scrape mixture into a small plastic wrap–lined bowl; gather plastic around cheese, using your hands to shape into a ball. Chill until firm, 3–12 hours.
  3. Before serving, roll in Everything bagel spice until coated. Serve with crackers.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 121Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 217mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 5g

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Filed Under: appetizer Tagged With: appetizer, bacon, cheese

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  1. [email protected] Well Floured Kitchen says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 6:51 am

    I do most of my cheese eating after the kids go to sleep- otherwise they want to share :) This looks amazing. At the risk of sounding ridiculous- I had absolutely no idea they actually sold seasoning called “everything”. Thanks for the tip!

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  2. Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 7:07 am

    This is everything that is right with the world. And now I need everything bagel seasoning!

    Reply
  3. Julie | This Gal Cooks says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 7:21 am

    All hail the mighty cheese ball. Bagels, get in line because I’m going to be spreading this cheese all over you.

    LOVE this, Amanda!

    Reply
  4. Marissa | Pinch and Swirl says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 9:36 am

    Maybe cheeseball is only a slur. ;) I’ve had cheese balls on my mind ever since I got the latest issue of BA (my favorite cooking mag) – now I have to make one! Yours looks perfect.

    Reply
  5. Stephanie @ Back For Seconds says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 10:08 am

    I wonder the same thing about it’s spelling. In the end, who cares when cheese is this amazing? I think it’s time for another cheese ball… or cheeseball…

    Reply
  6. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 10:37 am

    We love cheese balls and the everything spice blend! This looks fantastic! Sharing!

    Reply
  7. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 12:54 pm

    Cheeseball..cheese ball…I don’t care how it is spelled as long as I get to devour it! Haha! Love that you eat your cheese after the munchkins go to bed. Perfect cheese plan! I definitely need some of that spice blend!!! And a cheese ball…

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  8. Amanda says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 3:03 pm

    YUM!

    Reply
  9. Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 6:43 pm

    Yes – definitely the peaceful moment alone with a cheeseball – glad no judgement is being passed :) And there is no good football party without a cheeseball or cheese ball.. Who knows how it’s spelled haha!

    Reply
  10. Christina @ Bake with Christina says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 7:15 pm

    That looks amazing! And I love how this kind of has the outside of an everything bagel – just in cheeseball (cheese ball?) form! :P

    Reply
  11. Paula says

    Oct 16, 2014 at 7:43 pm

    Let’s say ‘Cheese spread’ and all will be solved! :) One of my favorite meals, I mean, snacks.

    Reply
  12. Averie @ Averie Cooks says

    Oct 18, 2014 at 2:21 am

    soccer ball vs. basketball and how it relates to a cheese ball or cheeseball…THIS IS HOW my mind works! God I’m glad you shared that dilemma! :) And that you shared this recipe! Pinned & want!!

    Reply
  13. Cookbook Queen says

    Oct 20, 2014 at 5:47 am

    We are big cheese ball. Cheeseball?? Fans around here! Love this!

    Reply

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