Description
Introducing the Dried Beef Delight Cheese Sphere – a creamy and savory treat ideal for any gathering! This appetizer combines the rich textures of cream cheese with the robust flavors of dried beef and fresh green onions. It’s a classic choice for party snacks and pairs excellently with crackers, toasts, or an array of vegetable sticks. Perfect for making ahead, this cheese sphere only gets tastier as the flavors meld together overnight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
- 4.5 ounces of dried beef, chopped or snipped into small squares
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Cheese Mixture In a medium-size mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, one tablespoon of chopped dried beef, green onions, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Step 2: Form and Coat the Cheese Ball Form the mixture into a ball. Sprinkle the rest of the dried beef onto a plate or a small rimmed baking sheet. Roll the cheese ball through the beef until it is fully coated.
- Step 3: Refrigerate Wrap the cheese sphere gently in cling wrap and smooth the surface to maintain its spherical shape. Place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, though overnight is preferable for enhanced flavor integration.
- Prep Time: Approximately 15 minutes