Description
Cowboy Cream Cheese Ball is a creamy, bold-flavored appetizer made with pepper jack cheese, spices, and cream cheese. It’s easy to prepare ahead of time and perfect for parties, holidays, or snack boards.
Ingredients
- 2 blocks (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (226 g) pepper jack cheese, finely shredded
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons dried chives
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add shredded pepper jack cheese, Dijon mustard, and all spices and herbs.
- Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly combined.
- Shape mixture into a ball using hands or a spatula.
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use sharp cheddar or Colby jack instead of pepper jack for milder flavor.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for extra heat.
- Substitute fresh herbs for a brighter flavor.
- Serve with crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 ball
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
