Description
This festive Christmas Tree Cheese Ball is the ultimate holiday appetizer and a creative twist on a classic party favorite. Shaped like a Christmas tree and decorated with fresh herbs and colorful veggies, it’s perfect for holiday entertaining, potlucks, and family gatherings. Whether you’re looking for an easy recipe, quick appetizer, or fun food idea for your next dinner party, this cheese ball will deliver both flavor and cheer!
Ingredients
2 packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped rosemary
1 tablespoon chopped thyme
2 tablespoons finely diced red bell pepper
2 tablespoons finely diced yellow bell pepper
Crackers, breadsticks, or veggie sticks for serving
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, shredded cheddar, Parmesan, green onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and dill until smooth and fully combined.
2. Transfer the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap and shape it into a cone resembling a Christmas tree. Wrap it tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3. Once firm, unwrap the cheese ball and place it on your serving platter. Smooth the surface into a neat tree shape using your hands or a spatula.
4. Press the chopped parsley, rosemary, and thyme onto the outside of the cheese tree to create a pine-needle effect.
5. Decorate with diced red and yellow bell peppers to mimic ornaments.
6. Serve immediately with crackers, breadsticks, or veggie sticks, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Make the cheese ball up to 2 days ahead and add herbs/decorations the day of serving.
Swap cheddar with Gouda or Monterey Jack for a milder flavor.
Let it soften 10 minutes before serving for best spreadability.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12th of cheese ball
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: holiday appetizer, cheese ball, Christmas snack, party dip, easy recipe