19 Festive Cheese Balls For Your Party Needs

Cheese ball recipes are great for any occasion. They’re a delicious mixture of cheese rolled up with other ingredients such as fruit and nuts, onions, garlic, fresh herbs, or other seasonings, and then served with dippers like crackers or bread. Scooping the rich cheesy mixture up and popping it into your mouth to savor the flavor is one of the best parts of any party, and these festive cheese balls are also ideal for snacking on while watching the game or if friends come over.

Cheese Ball Recipe With Orange And Cranberry Recipe

Festive cranberry cheese ball served with crackers on a plate. — Christmas Cheese Ball Recipe With Orange And Cranberry Recipe. Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie.

This Christmas Cheese Ball needs a place on your table this year! Made with orange and cranberry, it’s easy to make and full of festive flavors. It’s a great holiday centerpiece and perfect as an appetizer, as part of a cheeseboard or a casual finger food.
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Smoked Smoked Salmon Cheese Ball

Festive salmon cheese ball with sesame seeds and cucumbers. — Smoked Smoked Salmon Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Garlic & Zest.

This easy smoked salmon appetizer is at once familiar and unique because the pairing of salmon and cream cheese is a classic one. This salmon cheese ball is a blend of goat cheese, salmon, and cream cheese coated in everything bagel seasoning
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The Best Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe

You’ve found the perfect savory recipe for a cheese ball that is amazing at any party! This Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball is an easy-to-make favorite packed with simple, flavorful ingredients.
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Mini Cheese Balls (Cheese Ball Bites)

Mini cheese balls are bite-sized appetizers of the classic party’s favorite cheese balls. These are the perfect appetizer for Thanksgiving, Christmas party, New Year’s Eve, gameday, or anytime. Its cheese balls are served in individual portions rolled in nuts and bacon and topped with salty pretzel sticks!
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Blue Cheese & Cheddar Cheese Ball

Festive cheese ball served with crackers and carrots on a plate. — Blue Cheese & Cheddar Cheese Ball. Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

If you love blue cheese, you will love this Blue Cheese & Cheddar Cheese Ball. I have rolled it in toasted pecans for crunch and flavor, but you could make this nut-free. Just roll in some chopped scallion greens, or dust with paprika, or leave it naked.
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Sliceable Pistachio Cheese

A festive slice of cheese adorned with grapes and surrounded by savory crackers. — Sliceable Pistachio Cheese. Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

Did you know you can make homemade vegan cheese using pistachios in 20 minutes? It will have a beautiful green color, a nutty, cheesy flavor, and a perfectly sliceable texture. Enjoy it on toast, or make a spectacular vegan appetizer for Christmas by adding cranberry jelly.
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Chocolate Candy Bar Cheese Ball

A Festive apple covered in candy and pretzels on a plate. — Chocolate Candy Bar Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Modern Honey.

A sweet cream cheese ball filled with chocolate chips and all of your favorite candy bars. A favorite party dessert!
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Grinch Cheese Ball

A festive cheese ball shaped like a heart, with cookies surrounding it. — Grinch Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Homemade Hooplah.

Perfect for the holidays, this Grinch-themed cheese ball has a green hue and is covered in tiny heart-shaped sprinkles. Plus, it can be made different flavors!
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Muddy Buddies Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball

A slice of apple cranberry cheesy ball with a fork. This delectable treat is a cheese ball recipe that combines the flavors of apple and cranberry for a delightful twist. Enjoy it with your — Muddy Buddies Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Cupcakes and Kale Chips.

This Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cheese Ball is covered in Muddy Buddies for the ultimate party treat. Combine a sweet cream cheese spread with the classic Puppy Chow snack mix for one epic dessert dip that will have everyone double-dipping. It’s so easy to make with only 7 ingredients. You’ll be a star when you share this with family and friends.
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Pimento Cheeseball

Cheese ball recipes featuring a delectable bacon twist, served alongside crispy crackers on a plate. — Pimento Cheeseball. Photo credit: Mandi of the Mountains.

This pimento cheeseball is the perfect Southern appetizer. It combines two well-loved classics: cheese balls and pimento cheese. Try serving it at your next gathering. It’s sure to be a hit!
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Olive Stuffed Cheese Ball Bites

Delicious Cheesy Meatballs on a Plate. — Olive Stuffed Cheese Ball Bites. Photo credit: Appetizer Addiction.

Easy recipe for mini cheese ball bites stuffed with olives and coated in Ritz cracker crumbs. They are the perfect appetizers for Christmas party, New Year’s party or any get together!
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Everything Bagel Snowman Cheese Ball

A festive cheese ball snowman with crackers on a plate. — Everything Bagel Snowman Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Kelly’s Thoughts on Things.

This Everything Bagel Snowman Cheese ball is a must at any holiday table. Cream cheese is blended with a variety of tasty cheeses and seasonings including everything bagel seasoning, then covered in more cheese for the ultimate cheesy snack.
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Peppermint Cheesecake Dip

A festive cheese ball adorned with cookies and pretzels on a plate. — Peppermint Cheesecake Dip. Photo credit: A Country Girl’s Life.

While this candy cane dip might be perfect for the holidays, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it anytime you want. It’s one of those dips you;ll come back to over and over again.
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Reindeer Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe

Reindeer meatballs with festive pretzels on a plate. — Reindeer Cheese Ball Appetizer Recipe. Photo credit: Sustain My Cooking Habit.

Delight your guests this holiday season with these adorable bite-size reindeer cheese ball appetizers. Paired with some crackers or a flat bread this recipe will add a festive and fun touch to your Christmas menu.
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Maple Roasted Pecan Cheese Ball

A festive cheese ball topped with pomegranate. — Maple Roasted Pecan Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Adore Foods.

This Maple Roasted Pecan Cheese Ball festive appetizer is a show stopper and so easy to make! Creamy with a touch of jalapeño and spring onions, served with pomegranate and some fried shallots…absolutely divine!
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Cheese Ball Bites

Festive cranberry nut balls arranged on a wooden cutting board. — Cheese Ball Bites. Photo credit: Dinner at the Zoo.

These ultra creamy cheese ball bites are made with three types of cheese and rolled in assorted toppings. An easy make ahead party snack that always gets rave reviews!
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Cute Reindeer Christmas Cheese Ball

Festive cheese ball platter with crackers. — Cute Reindeer Christmas Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Two Kids and a Coupon.

This cute reindeer Christmas cheese ball is a fun and festive last minute appetizer to make for your holiday gatherings.
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Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

A festive cheese ball covered in bacon and cheese. — Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball. Photo credit: Homemade Heather.

Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball Recipe – the most delicious cheese ball recipe EVER and the perfect party appetizer!
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Cheese Balls Four Holiday Recipes

Two festive cheese balls adorned with cranberries and nuts on a plate. — Cheese Balls Four Holiday Recipes. Photo credit: Delicious Table.

Make Cheese Balls for holiday appetizers this year. There are four flavors of these Christmas appetizers to serve as party food all season.
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