RecipesCelebration Cheese Balls A handful of simple ingredients that go together in minutes, three fun flavorful options…these creamy cheese balls from our Test Kitchen are a darling, do-ahead delight for busy holiday hostesses! Why not whip up several batches? —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
RecipesFeta Cheese Balls Dill and garlic go well with the tang of feta in this cheese ball…in fact, I think it tastes like a million bucks. It’s super easy to do and since the recipe makes two, it’s ideal for gatherings.—Kelly Yeager, Hahnville, Louisiana
RecipesSausage Cheese Balls These bite-sized sausage balls are a favorite of mine. Feel free to swap in different cheese for the cheddar. You can also serve the cheesy meatballs with Dijon mustard instead of the barbecue and sweet-and-sour sauces. —Anna Damon, Bozeman, Montana
RecipesSweet Cheese Ball You’ll need only a few items for this unique cheese ball sent in by Melissa Friend of Oakland, Maryland. Coconut comes through in the cherry-flecked mixture that’s coated in pecans. It looks pretty and tastes delicious served with apple slices, pineapple wedges, berries and other fresh fruit.
RecipesSnowman Cheese Ball This frosty fellow is always welcome at a winter gathering, according to Susan Seymour of Valatie, New York. He’s very tasty, too–and gets a little zip from horseradish and garlic.
RecipesSavory Cheese Ball Blue cheese contributes a pleasant, tangy bite and olive a saltiness to this creamy cheese ball recipe. For the optimum taste, let the cheese ball stand at room temperature for 20 minutes before serving.—Jan Stawara, Howell, Michigan
RecipesHoliday Cheese Ball Andrea Bolden from Unionville, Tennessee writes, “With its colorful flecks of green onion and pimiento, this cheese ball is great as a Christmas or New Year’s appetizer. It can be made with fat-free cheeses without sacrificing the zesty Italian taste.”
RecipesChristmas Cheese Ball “This rich cheese spread is delicious and wonderfully attractive,” says Esther Shank of Harrisonville, Virginia.
RecipesTurkey Cheese Ball While the real bird is roasting, you can present your guests with this tasty Thanksgiving turkey. It also makes for a fun centerpiece. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
RecipesParty Cheese Balls These tangy cheese balls are guaranteed to spread cheer at your next gathering. The ingredients create a colorful presentation and a savory combination of flavors. —Shirley Hoerman, Nekoosa, Wisconsin
RecipesCranberry Cheese Ball A cheese ball is a classic appetizer to take to any gathering, and it’s so easy to make. This version, studded with tangy dried cranberries, is a holiday hit. —Kathy Hahn, Pollock Pines, California
RecipesPumpkin Cheese Ball No one will guess that this make-ahead pumpkin cheese ball has pumpkin in it, but that subtle ingredient lends harvest color and added nutrition. —Linnea Rein, Topeka, Kansas
RecipesPimento Cheese Ball This rich and creamy pimiento cheese ball looks so festive with flecks of green onion and red pimiento dotting with cheddar cheese. It’s a crowd-pleaser at any party. —Sundra Hauck, Bogalusa, Louisiana
RecipesMini Cheese Balls These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary and/or paprika to add even more flavor. —J. Spivey, Ennice, North Carolina
RecipesCrab Rangoon Cheese Ball My whole family loves crab rangoon, so I wanted to come up with a healthier version—no deep frying! Word of advice: Make a double batch. This won’t last long! —Bridget Mooney, Chicago, Illinois
RecipesGarlic-Parmesan Cheese Ball This is one of our entertaining mainstays. It complements most meals and is so easy to prepare and dress up with a variety of garnishes. —Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York