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Mini Chicks Cheese Balls

Mini Chicks Cheese Balls for a Fun Easter Treat

Mini Chicks Cheese Balls are adorable appetizers perfect for Easter celebrations, offering a delightful vegetarian option.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Variations include Monterey Jack or smoked gouda
  • 0.5 cup Bacon Omit for a vegetarian version and add smoked paprika
  • 1 packet Ranch Seasoning Mix Homemade blend can be used
For the Decoration
  • 2 small Olives For eyes
  • 1 small Carrot For beaks; use bell peppers for a twist

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Toothpick
  • shallow dish
  • Baking Sheet
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and ranch seasoning mix. Blend until smooth, approximately 3-5 minutes.
  2. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture and roll into a ball, repeat until all cheese mixture is shaped into about 20-24 cheese balls.
  3. Roll each cheese ball in a shallow dish with extra shredded cheddar cheese until fully coated, taking about 10 minutes.
  4. Decorate each cheese ball with two small olives for eyes and a small piece of carrot for a beak; use a toothpick for precision if needed.
  5. Transfer decorated cheese balls to a plate, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Mini Chicks Cheese Balls can be prepared 2-3 days ahead without the decoration for freshness. Keep hands damp while rolling to avoid sticking. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2-3 days.

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