French Onion Cheese Ball Recipes

FRENCH ONION CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• Heat a few drizzles of EVOO in a medium sauté pan over a medium heat
• Add onions, season with salt and pepper and let cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes
• Remove from heat and cool
• In a bowl, mix together the cooled caramelized onions, cream cheese, sour cream, grated cheese, dried thyme and red pepper flakes
• Form the cheese mixture into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap to chill for at least 1 hour
• Before serving, remove the cheese ball from the fridge and roll it in the fried onions
• Use a few small-cut chives to make stiches on the top so it looks like a football
• Serve with crackers or crostini alongside

FRENCH ONION BEST CHEESE BALL RECIPE

Steps:

• Cut raw bacon into small chunks cook over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked.
• Remove from pan and place on a paper towel cover plate to drain grease.
• Allow the bacon to cool on a paper towel; set aside.
• Add onion, olive oil to the bacon frying pan and season with salt and pepper.
• Cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 15-20 minutes.
• Remove from heat and cool.
• Add the bacon, cream cheese, sour cream, swiss cheese, and spices to a large bowl of a stand mixer.
• Mix until well combined.
• Add the cooled onions, mix until completely mixed in.
• Place the cheese mixture in the center and on top of plastic wrap.
• Then gently pull the plastic wrap together to form a ball.
• Form the cheese mixture into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap to chill overnight.
• When ready to serve, remove the cheese ball from the fridge and roll it in the fried onion.

FRENCH ONION & BACON CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• Cut raw bacon into chunks and fry up in a pan over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked. Once cooked, remove from heat and drain grease. Allow the bacon to cool on a paper towel; set aside.
• Using the same frying pan heat 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat, then add onion and season with salt and pepper. Cook over heat, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and cool.
• Finely chop cooled bacon and add to a large mixing bowl.
• Add cream cheese, sour cream, Gruyère, thyme and red pepper flakes, Beat until well combined.
• Stir in cooled onions, until completely mixed in.
• Form the cheese mixture into a ball and wrap in plastic wrap to chill for at least 1 hour. *TIP* I set the cheese mixture in the center and on top of two pieces of plastic wrap. Then gently pull the plastic wrap together to form a ball. Then using my hand I gently press the plastic wrap to make a ball.
• In a small bowl combine chives and French's Crispy Fried Onions, toss to combine.When ready to serve, remove the cheese ball from the fridge and roll it in the fried onion and chive mixture.
• Serve with crackers, chips or baguette slices.

EASY CHEESE BALL RECIPE WITH CREAM CHEESE, BACON & GREEN ONION (LOW CARB, GLUTEN-FREE)

Steps:

• Whip the cream cheese and cheddar cheese together in a high power blender, food processor, or stand mixer with a paddle attachment.
• Form the cheese into a ball, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 1-2 hours, until firm.
• In a medium bowl, stir together the bacon bits, green onions, and pecans. Roll the cheese ball in the mixture.
• Wrap the ball tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

ONION CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• In a large bowl, beat the cheeses, onion and Worcestershire sauce and mix well. Shape into a ball and roll in parsley. Chill. Serve with crackers.

EASY ONIONY CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• Thoroughly mix together the softened cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and onion soup mix in a bowl. Chill in refrigerator for about 1/2 hour to firm up, if necessary. Form the mixture into a ball or log, and press the outside with walnuts.
• Serve on an appetizer tray or a decorative plate surrounded by assorted crackers.

HOLIDAY CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• Place cream cheese, shredded cheddar, French onion soup mix, and ground mustard in the food processor. Pulse until the mixture is well combined.Scoop the cheese mixture out of the food processor and form with your hands into the shape of a large almond. Place on a platter.Press the round ends of the almonds into the cheese ball with the points slightly leaning toward the pointed end of the cheese ball form. Cover the cheese ball completely with almonds. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish the platter with fresh herbs and serve with crackers or cut vegetables.

EASY CHEESE BALL RECIPE

Steps:

• With a hand mixer, beat together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, green onions, salt, and pepper until combined
• Grate the cheddar cheese block fresh
• Beat in the sharp cheddar to combine
• Cover and chill for around an hour, until the cheese ball mixture begins to firm
• Use a spatula and greased hands to form the cheese ball shape, then roll in the pecans until coated on all sides
• Serve with your favorite crackers and enjoy!
• Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 - 5 days