Description
A fun and tasty appetizer that combines creamy cheese with crunchy veggies, perfect for any party.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper (orange or red)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley (for decoration)
- 1/4 cup crushed crackers (for coating)
- Curly parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, green onions, and bell pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Mix well until everything is fully incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into a carrot shape using your hands.
- Roll the cheeseball in crushed crackers to coat it evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 60 minutes to firm up.
- Garnish with curly parsley before serving. Serve with assorted crackers and veggie sticks.
Notes
For an extra kick, consider adding diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper. Serve on a platter for sharing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: cheeseball, appetizer, party food, carrot, cheese spread