Description
A festive and vibrant cheeseball inspired by Dr. Seuss’ Grinch, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1–2 drops green food coloring (optional)
- Assorted crackers and vegetable sticks for serving
Instructions
- Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and gradually add the sharp cheddar cheese.
- Stir in the green onions, garlic, fresh herbs, and any spices desired.
- Form the mixture into a ball or mound on a serving platter. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- If using, mix in green food coloring until desired hue is achieved.
- Serve with assorted crackers and veggie sticks, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Notes
For added crunch, include chopped nuts or seeds as a topping. Let the cheeseball sit out for a bit before serving for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Grinch cheeseball, holiday appetizer, festive food, family gathering, party food