Description
This easy Hidden Valley Ranch Cheeseball is a creamy, cheesy appetizer that takes just minutes to put together. Cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Recipe Mix are combined and rolled in toasted almonds for a delicious crunchy finish. Make it ahead for holidays, parties, game days, or any gathering where you need an easy appetizer everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1 envelope of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Recipe Mix
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 8 oz block of cream cheese, softened
- 8 ozs. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, grated and softened
- 5 oz toasted, sliced almonds
Instructions
- Prepare double strength Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing by combining in a bowl the package of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing Recipe Mix with 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 1/2 cup milk.
- Add the double strength prepared ranch dressing to the softened cream cheese. Beat well with an electric mixer until smooth and completely combined.
- Add the grated sharp cheddar cheese and blend. Avoid overmixing.
- Cover and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Shape the mixture into a ball.
- Roll the cheeseball in the toasted, sliced almonds.
- Serve with crackers.
Notes
Softening the cream cheese will prevent lumps and create a smooth, creamy texture.
Make this Hidden Valley Ranch Cheeseball ahead of time and keep in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
This cheeseball can be made and frozen for later use. Freeze before adding the toasted almonds. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and add the garnish.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: No cook time
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American