Cheese ball appetizers

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Appetizer
Very Easy
40 min
87 Kcal

Looking for an appetizer idea that's a nice change from potato chips? These cheese balls are ready in just a few minutes and always make an impression. Made with ricotta and Parmesan, they're fresh, melt-in-the-mouth and infinitely customizable: roll them in paprika, fresh herbs, seeds or even crushed walnuts, as you like. Serve them with a small pretzel stick inserted in each one for a guaranteed wow effect on the table! What's more, you can prepare them in advance. Perfect for a festive gathering ;)

Ingredients

12

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Preparation

Preparation10 min
Waiting time30 min
  • Cheese ball appetizers - Preparation step 1Mix the ricotta and Parmesan. Season to taste with pepper and oregano.
  • Cheese ball appetizers - Preparation step 2Shape into balls: I used 1 tablespoon of the mixture for each ball. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Cheese ball appetizers - Preparation step 3Roll the balls in the filling of your choice. Paprika, for example.
  • Cheese ball appetizers - Preparation step 4Another example: fresh basil leaves. Place basil leaves in a glass or bowl, cut into small pieces with scissors. Place the ball in the container and shake to roll the ball in the mixture and coat.
  • Cheese ball appetizers - Preparation step 5Insert pretzel sticks into the balls and arrange them on a pretty plate. They're ready to serve :-)

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FAQ ❓

How should I store cheese balls after preparing them?

We recommend keeping them refrigerated in an airtight container to maintain their freshness for up to 3 days.
Yes, you can use plain or flavored cream cheese.
Yes, you can prepare the balls in advance and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before serving.
You can add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme, or even spices like cumin to give your cheese balls a different touch.
You can coat them with sesame seeds or fresh herbs like basil, parsley, or chives. Don't hesitate to roll them in crushed walnuts or other spices!

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 87Kcal
  • Carbo: 2.5g
  • Total fat: 5.6g
  • Saturated fat: 3.3g
  • Proteins: 6.1g
  • Fibers: 0.4g
  • Sugar: 1.1g
  • ProPoints: 2
  • SmartPoints: 3
Nutritional information for 1 serving (39g)

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Keep refrigerated
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Juliette HessJuliette Hess
I have been creating culinary content for Petitchef since 2017.
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I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
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