Sun-Dried Tomato Cheeseball
A creamy, tangy Sun-Dried Tomato Cheeseball made with cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes, coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and spices. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer for parties or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup finely shredded mozzarella
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan
1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and blotted
1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
Thin crisp breadsticks and crackers, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs, oregano, paprika, and red pepper flakes.
- Roll the chilled cheeseball in the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Transfer to a serving plate and serve with breadsticks and crackers.
Notes
Prepare a day ahead and roll in breadcrumbs just before serving.
Do not freeze; the texture may change.
For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
Use smoked paprika for a smoky twist.
Serve with crackers, breadsticks, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 cheeseball
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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