Description
This Unique Easter Lamb Cheese Ball Recipe is a fun, creative, and delicious appetizer perfect for your Easter celebration. Shaped like adorable lambs and sheep, this creamy cheese ball is made with cream cheese, parmesan, cheddar, and mozzarella, all blended with fresh herbs for incredible flavor. It’s a festive centerpiece that doubles as a tasty snack for everyone to enjoy.
Ingredients
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Dairy: 8 oz. cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated), 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded), 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
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Seasonings: 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 cup green onions (chopped), 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped), 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
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Decorations: Black pitted olives, 1 small eggplant, Black and white food coloring (optional)
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Serving Options: Crackers, pretzels, pita bread, fresh veggies
Instructions
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Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, parmesan, mozzarella, and cheddar. Add garlic powder, green onions, dill, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well until combined. Chill for 30 minutes if too soft.
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Shape Cheese Balls: Form one large ball for the sheep and several smaller balls for the lambs. Coat each ball with shredded mozzarella.
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Decorate:
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For lambs, cut olives in half for faces, use small pieces for eyes and ears.
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For the sheep, use trimmed eggplant pieces attached with toothpicks.
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Optionally, add eyes using food coloring or other edible decorations.
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Serve: Arrange on a platter with crackers, pretzels, or veggies. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use full-fat cheeses for a creamier texture.
- For a low-carb option, serve with fresh vegetables.
- Make ahead by preparing the cheese mixture and storing it in the fridge until ready to decorate.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (No cooking required)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing, Shaping
- Cuisine: American, Holiday Special