Neiman Marcus Cheese Ball

cheeseball on a platter with text overlay

5 from 2 votes

Neiman Marcus Cheese Ball

Neiman Marcus Cheeseball Recipe - the ultimate party appetizer! It’s loaded with sharp cheddar, smoky bacon, green onions, and a hint of hot sauce for the perfect kick. Super creamy and easy to make ahead, it’s rolled in crunchy pecans and fresh parsley for a beautiful finish. Serve it with your favorite crackers for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser at your next potluck or game day!

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

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Servings: people

Author: Stephanie Parker

Equipment

Ingredients

Cheese Ball

1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
1 bunch chopped green onions
1½ tsp hot sauce
¼ cup cooked chopped bacon
2 Tbsp sliced almonds
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder

Coating

crushed sliced almonds for coating
dried parsley for coating

Instructions

n a large mixing bowl, stir together softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, white cheddar cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, green onions, cooked bacon, onion powder, garlic powder, sliced almonds, and hot sauce until well combined.
Place the mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap and shape into a ball. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least a few hours, or overnight, until firm.
When ready to serve, unwrap the cheeseball and roll it in chopped almonds and parsley until fully coated. Serve chilled.

Notes

Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.

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