Easy Easter Egg Cheese Ball for Beginner Hosts
This Easter egg-shaped cheese ball looks impressive but requires no special skills or equipment. You’ll mix cream cheese with shredded cheese and seasonings, then shape it into an egg and roll it in colorful coatings.
It’s the kind of appetizer that makes guests think you spent hours in the kitchen, but you’ll know it took just 15 minutes of actual work.
Why Cream Cheese Temperature Matters for Easy Mixing
Room temperature cream cheese is the key to avoiding lumps and getting a smooth mixture. Cold cream cheese won’t blend properly, leaving you with chunks that won’t disappear no matter how much you stir.
Take the cream cheese out of the fridge about 45 minutes before you start. If you forget, you can soften it quickly by cutting it into small cubes and letting them sit for 15 minutes, or microwaving on 50% power for 30 seconds.
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Easy Easter Egg Cheese Ball for Beginner Hosts
Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric hand mixer or wooden spoon
- Plastic wrap
- 3 shallow dishes for coating
Instructions
- Mix base ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the room temperature cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Beat until well combined.
- Add cheddar cheese: Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese using a wooden spoon or spatula until evenly distributed throughout the mixture. The mixture should hold together when pressed but still feel soft.
- Shape and chill: Place the mixture on a large piece of plastic wrap. Use the plastic wrap to help shape the mixture into an egg shape, with one end slightly more pointed than the other. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for 2 hours until firm enough to hold its shape when unwrapped.
- Apply colorful coatings: Set up three shallow dishes: one with chopped chives, one with chopped parsley, and one with paprika. Unwrap the chilled cheese ball and gently roll different sections in different coatings to create a colorful, speckled egg appearance. The cheese ball should feel firm to the touch and the coatings should stick easily to the surface.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (1 serving)
