Indulge in the creamy and flavorful Fantastic Gorgonzola and White Wine Cheese Ball. Made with a combination of tangy gorgonzola cheese, white wine, and a medley of herbs and spices, this cheese ball is perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying as a snack. Serve it with crackers, fresh bread, or veggie sticks for a delicious and elegant appetizer. It's easy to make and sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 8 oz gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp white wine
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Directions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crumbled gorgonzola cheese and softened cream cheese. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Add the white wine, chopped chives, chopped parsley, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt. Stir until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Shape it into a ball and wrap tightly with the plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the cheese ball to firm up.
- In a small skillet, toast the chopped walnuts over medium heat until fragrant and lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
- Once the cheese ball is firm, remove it from the refrigerator and unwrap the plastic wrap.
- Mix together the toasted walnuts and dried cranberries in a shallow dish. Roll the cheese ball in the walnut-cranberry mixture, pressing gently to adhere the toppings to the surface.
- Place the coated cheese ball on a serving platter and garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
- Serve the Fantastic Gorgonzola and White Wine Cheese Ball with crackers, fresh bread, or veggie sticks. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Gorgonzola cheese is a type of blue cheese that originated in Italy.
White wine adds a subtle tanginess and complexity to the cheese ball's flavor.
Toasting the walnuts intensifies their nutty taste and brings out their crunchiness.
Dried cranberries provide a sweet and tart contrast to the creamy cheese.
This cheese ball can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it a convenient make-ahead appetizer.