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Baby Chick Mini Cheese Balls

Delightful Baby Chick Mini Cheese Balls for Easter Fun

These Baby Chick Mini Cheese Balls are adorable appetizers that are easy to make and perfect for Easter gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese finely shredded
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
For Decoration
  • 2 medium Carrots for feet and beaks
  • 20 pieces Black Peppercorns for eyes
For Serving
  • 20 pieces Crackers or cucumber slices for gluten-free option

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • shallow dish
  • parchment paper
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1.5 cups of finely shredded cheddar cheese, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce. Use a hand mixer to blend these ingredients together until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Using a 1-inch cookie scoop, portion out the cream cheese mixture and roll each scoop into a small ball. Aim for about 20 balls for uniformity. Lay them on a parchment-lined tray.
  3. Roll each cheese ball in the remaining half cup of shredded cheddar cheese until evenly coated.
  4. Place each cheese ball on a cracker or cucumber slice. Cut carrot slices into small shapes for feet and beaks, and press black peppercorns into the cheese balls for eyes.
  5. Transfer the assembled cheese balls onto a serving platter and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Make ahead by storing cheese balls in the fridge for a few hours before serving. Decorate just before serving for best presentation.

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