Baked Cheese Ball

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

A savory baked cheese ball wrapped in flaky crescent dough, infused with fresh dill or chives, and baked to golden perfection. This appetizer is perfect for parties, gatherings, or casual snacking, offering creamy cheese with a crispy exterior that appeals to cheese lovers and those seeking easy, impressive bites.

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Ingredients

  • 1 package refrigerator crescent rolls (4)
  • 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. dill or chives

Instructions

  1. Open the crescent roll dough and press the seams together to form a rectangular shape.
  2. Place the cream cheese in the center of the dough and coat it with dill or chives.
  3. Fold the dough over the cream cheese to cover it completely.
  4. Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes.
  5. Remove from the oven and brush the top with beaten egg.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes at 400°F, until golden brown.
  7. Serve the baked cheese ball with assorted crackers.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

85 kcal 4% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.6g 5% DV
Total Fat 7.4g 10% DV
Carbs 2.6g 1% DV
Fiber 0.5g 2% DV
Sugar 0.9g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 124.3mg 5% DV
Potassium 212.5mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 22.5mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 172mcg 19% DV
Vitamin C 21.3mg 24% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 69.8mg 5% DV
Iron 1.9mg 11% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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