Description
Elevate your gatherings with this Bruschetta Cheese Ball Recipe, the ultimate party appetizer that’s both delicious and visually stunning. Combining creamy cheese with vibrant flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic, this dish is sure to impress your guests. It’s easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the celebration without stress. Serve it with toasted baguette slices or crunchy vegetable sticks for a delightful experience that your friends and family will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12.35 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheese mix (mozzarella and Parmesan)
- 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/2 cup olives (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Fresh tomatoes and basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Finely chop half of the sun-dried tomatoes; set aside the remainder for garnishing.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheese mix, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, basil, olives, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Toast panko breadcrumbs in a skillet with melted butter until golden brown.
- Remove the chilled cheese ball from the fridge and roll it in the toasted breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Garnish with diced tomatoes and fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling/Toasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg