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Easy Chipped Beef Cheeseball Recipe
This easy chipped beef cheeseball is the perfect appetizer for holiday parties and special occasions. A creamy texture, meaty flavors, and a crunchy coating make it a crowd-pleaser.
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Servings: 20
Equipment
- Food Processor optional
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 (4.5-oz) jar dried beef finely chopped
- 1 (4.25-oz) can chopped black olives
- 3 green onions finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup pecans finely chopped
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Soften the Cream Cheese: Remove cream cheese from the packaging and allow it to soften at room temperature.
- Chop the Ingredients: Finely chop the dried beef, black olives, and green onions. Mince the garlic.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese, chopped dried beef, black olives, green onions, minced garlic, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix Thoroughly: Using a spatula, spoon, or clean hands, mix all the ingredients until well combined and evenly distributed.
Step 3: Shape the Cheese Ball
- Form the Ball: Gather the mixture into a ball shape using your hands or a large spoon.
- Wrap and Chill: Place the cheese ball on a piece of plastic wrap. Wrap it tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm. Store it wrapped in a cereal bowl to help keep it’s round shape.
Step 4: Coat the Cheese Ball
- Prepare the Coating: Spread the finely chopped pecans on a flat plate or clean surface.
- Roll in Pecans: Remove the cheese ball from the plastic wrap and roll it in the chopped pecans until fully coated on all sides.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
- Presentation: Place the coated cheese ball on a serving plate.
- Serve: Pair with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables as desired.
- Enjoy your delicious cream cheese ball!
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving
*Nutrition information is automatically calculated based on ingredient data and should be considered an estimate. When multiple ingredient options are provided, the first listed is used for calculation. Optional ingredients and garnishes are not included in the nutrition analysis.