Carrot Cheese Ball
A delightful and creamy cheese ball made with fresh carrots, perfect for gatherings and parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (chives or parsley)
- 1/2 cup nuts or seeds, finely chopped (for coating)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese at room temperature.
- Grate the carrots finely.
- Combine the carrots, cream cheese, and herbs, adjusting the flavor with salt and pepper.
- Roll the mixture into a ball shape.
- Chill the cheese ball in the refrigerator to let flavors meld.
- Coat the cheese ball with finely chopped nuts or seeds before serving.
- Serve with crackers, vegetable sticks, or pita chips.
Notes
For a smoother texture, ensure cream cheese is properly softened. You can prep a day in advance and serve it the next day.
Find it online: https://tasty.pedrorecipes.com/carrot-cheese-ball/