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A round Everything Bagel Cheese Ball coated with sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, and onion seasoning, with a creamy cheese and scallion filling visible in the center, surrounded by buttery Ritz and Club crackers for serving.
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Everything Bagel Cheese Ball

10 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Golden, creamy, and full of flavor, this Everything Bagel Cheese Ball is a quick and crowd-pleasing appetizer that comes together in minutes. It’s rich and cheesy with the perfect crunch and saltiness from the Everything Bagel seasoning. Serve it with crackers or veggies for an easy party favorite.

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Electric hand or stand mixer
Plastic wrap
Serving tray

Ingredients
 

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened at room temperature
  • ¼ cup chopped scallions
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded colby jack cheese
  • ½ cup Everything Bagel seasoning
  • Ritz crackers or Club crackers for serving (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, scallions, cheddar, and colby jack. Mix with an electric mixer until well combined and smooth.
    A mixing bowl filled with a creamy cheese mixture of cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and chopped scallions being blended with an electric hand mixer.
  • Use a spatula to gather the mixture and shape it into a smooth, even ball.
    A smooth cheese ball coated with Everything Bagel seasoning resting on a plate covered with extra seasoning.
  • Place the cheese ball on a piece of plastic wrap, wrap tightly, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
  • Once chilled, unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in Everything Bagel seasoning on a plate until evenly coated.
    A freshly shaped cheese ball showing specks of cheddar and chopped scallions before being coated in seasoning.
  • Transfer to a serving tray and serve chilled with crackers or fresh veggies.

Notes

  • The flavor is primarily from the Everything Bagel seasoning, with creamy undertones from the cheeses.
  • For a spicy version, mix in ¼ cup (25 g) diced fresh jalapeños.
  • Use a cheese knife for serving or dip directly with crackers or vegetables.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 1260mg | Potassium: 65mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 732IU | Calcium: 273mg | Iron: 0.2mg