Here’s a clear, party-ready version of creamed chipped beef cheese ball—salty, creamy, and super easy to make ahead.
🧀🥓 Creamed Chipped Beef Cheese Ball
🧾 Ingredients
- Cream cheese – 2 blocks (about 450 g), softened
- dried beef (chipped beef) – 1 cup, finely chopped
- Cheddar cheese – 1 cup, shredded
- onion or green onions – 2–3 tbsp, finely chopped
- Garlic powder – ½ tsp
- Worcestershire sauce – 1 tsp (optional)
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
👨🍳 Steps
1. Mix
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, chopped beef, cheddar, onions, and seasonings
- Mix until smooth and evenly combined
2. Shape
- Form mixture into a ball (or log for easier slicing)
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap
3. Chill
- Refrigerate at least 1–2 hours (overnight is even better)
4. Optional coating
Roll the outside in:
- Chopped nuts
- Fresh herbs
- Extra chipped beef bits
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- With crackers or toast
- Spread on sandwiches
- As part of a snack platter
🔥 Tips
- Chipped beef is quite salty—taste before adding extra salt
- Let it sit at room temp 10 minutes before serving for easy spreading
- Add a little sour cream if you want a softer texture
If you want, I can also make:
- 🌶️ Spicy jalapeño cheese ball
- 🧄 Garlic herb version
- 🍗 Chicken cheese ball alternative
- 🥗 Lighter low-fat version
