Description
Baby Chick Mini Cheese Balls are adorable, cheesy delights perfect for parties or as a playful snack for the kids. These bite-sized treats are not just visually appealing but also packed with flavor, making them a hit for any occasion.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese
softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes (for coating)
1/4 cup sliced black olives (for eyes)
1/4 cup carrot sticks (for beaks and feet)
Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Use your hands to form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
- Roll each cheese ball in the crushed cornflakes to coat evenly.
- Place the coated cheese balls on a serving platter.
- Use the sliced black olives to make eyes by placing them on top of each cheese ball.
- Insert carrot sticks into the balls for beaks and feet.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
These mini cheese balls can be prepared ahead of time and served chilled or at room temperature. Feel free to experiment with different coatings or add-ins!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
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