Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
8 unit

cream cheese

softened

0.25 cup

mayonnaise

1 unit

deviled ham

2 tbsp

dried parsley

1 tsp

minced onion

minced

0.25 tsp

dry mustard

dry

0.25 tsp

hot pepper sauce

0.5 cup

chopped peanuts

chopped

Step 1
~15 min

Beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth using a mixer or by hand.

Step 2
~15 min

Stir in deviled ham, dried parsley, minced onion, dry mustard, and hot pepper sauce until well combined.

Step 3
~15 min

Cover the mixture tightly with plastic wrap.

Step 4
~15 min

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the cheese ball to firm up.

Step 5
~15 min

Shape the chilled mixture into a ball using your hands or a large spoon.

Step 6
~15 min

Spread chopped peanuts on a plate or in a shallow dish.

Step 7
~15 min

Roll the cheese ball in the chopped peanuts, ensuring it is fully coated.

Step 8
~15 min

Serve the cheese ball chilled with assorted crackers and/or raw vegetables.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier cheese ball, add more hot pepper sauce.

Use a variety of crackers and vegetables for serving.

Make ahead and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Mild
Noise Level
Silent
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled with crackers, celery sticks, carrot sticks, or bell pepper slices.

Pair with a pickle platter.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickles
Olives

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular party appetizer.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve
Super Bowl

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Game Day

Popularity Score

65/100

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