This Caraway Cheese Ball is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that is incredibly easy to make. It is a creamy and tangy cheese spread coated with crunchy caraway seeds, perfect for spreading on crackers or serving with fresh vegetables. This recipe takes only a few minutes to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a convenient option for parties and gatherings. Impress your guests with this delicious and visually appealing cheese ball!
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, grated cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- In a small skillet, toast the caraway seeds over medium heat for about 2 minutes or until fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator and unwrap. Roll the ball in the toasted caraway seeds until evenly coated.
- Place the coated cheese ball on a serving platter and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.