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Creamy Spring Herb Cheese Ball Recipe with Crunchy Everything Bagel Crust

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A creamy and flavorful cheese ball blended with fresh spring herbs and coated in crunchy everything bagel seasoning, perfect for parties and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) everything bagel seasoning for coating
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste (start with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper)

Instructions

  1. Soften the cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for about 30 minutes or microwave in 10-second bursts until soft but not melted.
  2. Finely chop the chives, parsley, and dill, removing any tough stems.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix with a hand mixer or spoon until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the chopped herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine.
  5. Place a large piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper on the counter. Spoon the cheese mixture onto the center and shape into a tight ball. Twist the ends to secure and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  6. Pour the everything bagel seasoning onto a small plate or shallow bowl. When the cheese ball is firm, unwrap and roll it gently in the seasoning, pressing lightly to adhere.
  7. Place the coated cheese ball on a serving plate and chill for another 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Soften cream cheese fully for best texture. Finely chop herbs to avoid chunky texture. Chill cheese ball overnight for best flavor. Use fresh everything bagel seasoning for optimal crunch. If cheese ball is too soft when shaping, chill longer before coating. Lemon juice brightens flavor and keeps herbs fresh.

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