Everything Bagel Cheese Ball

5 from 1 vote

Cheese balls became a classic appetizer for a reason- they're quick to throw together & pretty to present. This everything bagel cheese ball has a savory everything bagel seasoning outer shell with a rich & creamy cheesy center. Spread it on crackers for an easy dish that will impress any guest.

Prep Time10

Chill Time30

Total Time40

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings: cheese ball

Calories: 1012kcal

Author: Meaghan - The Quicker Kitchen

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese softened
2 1/2 tbsp sour cream
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/3 cup freshly grated cheddar cheese
1 tsp hot sauce
1/4-1/3 cup everything bagel seasoning

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Instructions

Add the cream cheese and sour cream to a mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer, whip together until the mixture's smooth & creamy.
Add the remaining ingredients, EXCEPT the everything bagel seasoning, to the mixing bowl. Using a spatula, fold everything together until evenly incorporated.
Lay a large piece of plastic wrap out flat on a flat surface. Scrape the cream cheese mixture into a large lump, and transfer it to the center of the plastic wrap.
Fold the plastic wrap over the cheese mixture to close and seal, then shape into a large ball.
Place the wrapped cheese ball in the refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes.
Remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator, and spread the everything bagel seasoning out on a flat plate.
Unwrap the cheese ball and place it in the center of the seasoning. Using your hands, scoop the seasoning up and over the cheese ball to cover the sides and top.
Flip the cheese ball and continue to coat in the seasoning, pressing in as needed, until completely covered.
Transfer the cheese ball to a serving platter of choice.
Serve with your favorite dipping options.

Notes

If you want to make a lighter version, you can substitute low fat cream cheese or neufchatel.
Don't skip the chill time! This helps the cheese ball firm up so that it will maintain it's shape & also take on the outer 'shell' of the seasoning.
Cheese balls can be notoriously stiff, so rather than dipping crackers into it- have a spreader on the side and use that to get a bit of the cheese ball and spread it over your crackers.

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