Description
This festive Easter Carrot Cheese Ball is a creamy, cheesy appetizer shaped like a carrot, coated in crushed cheddar crackers, and topped with fresh herbs. It’s a crowd-pleaser for Easter brunch, spring parties, or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup finely crushed cheddar cheese crackers
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, and paprika. Mix until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture onto a parchment-lined plate and shape it into a carrot.
- Roll the cheese ball in crushed cheddar crackers, pressing gently to coat evenly.
- Arrange chopped parsley or chives at the top to resemble carrot greens.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving with crackers, pretzels, or veggies.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add crispy bacon bits or ranch seasoning.
- No cheddar crackers? Use shredded carrots or paprika for an orange hue.
- Can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American