Description
This Everything Bagel Cheese Ball blends cream cheese and sharp cheddar with everything bagel seasoning, creating a remarkable appetizer perfect for gatherings. Its simple preparation and flavorful ingredients make it a delightful snack or party treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar, grated
- 3 scallions, minced
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ¼ cup everything bagel season, divided
- 4 bagels, sliced thin, for serving
Instructions
- For bagel chips: preheat oven to 375˚F. Slice bagels thinly and arrange on a baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Remove and let cool.
- In a medium bowl, mash together cream cheese, cheddar, scallion, soy sauce, garlic powder, black pepper, lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of bagel seasoning. Ensure all ingredients are well-mashed and evenly distributed. Shape mixture into a loose ball using a spoon.
- Spread out remaining bagel seasoning on a small plate and roll the ball around in the seasoning, covering it evenly.
- Serve the cheese ball immediately with bagel chips or wrap tightly in plastic wrap for up to 3 days.
Notes
For extra flavor, feel free to add other seasonings or spices to the cheese ball mixture.
Substitute bagel chips with vegetable sticks for a lighter snack option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg