BEST Beef Cheeseball
This beef cheeseball is a cherished family recipe that's been passed down and perfected throughout the years. It's the perfect appetizer for any occasion with its delicious combination of savory beef, creamy cheese, and flavorful seasonings.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 110kcal
Cost: $10
Ingredients
- 16 ounces full fat cream cheese, softened
- 5 ounces dried beef diced and divided
- 2 teaspoons chives, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese, all but 1/4 cup diced dried beef, chives, onion powder and Worcestershire sauce together in a large bowl
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour and up to overnight (remove from the refrigerator at least 10 minutes before serving)
- Crush nuts on a piece of wax paper and mix with 1/4 cup diced chipped beef and chopped green onions then roll the cheese ball into the mixture until completely covered and serve
Notes
Pro tip: Next time you need to chop nuts, place them in a blender for a food processor for a quick and easy way to chop them!
How long is a cheeseball good for?
You can store a cheeseball in the refrigerator for up to one week. Although, make sure that your cheeseball doesn’t sit at room temperature for more than 4 hours to preserve freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 284IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.2mg