Plains Cheese Ball

Prep: 15 min Cuisine: American

A creamy cheese ball filled with sweet preserves, featuring savory cheddar, nuts, and a hint of spice—perfect as an appetizer for gatherings and cheese lovers alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. grated Cheddar cheese
  • 1 c. mayonnaise
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 c. nuts
  • black pepper
  • dash of cayenne
  • strawberry or raspberry preserves

Instructions

  1. Mix together grated Cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, finely chopped small onion, nuts, black pepper, and a dash of cayenne pepper.
  2. Form the mixture into a ball with a well in the middle.
  3. Fill the well with strawberry or raspberry preserves.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

707 kcal 35% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 14.3g 29% DV
Total Fat 44.1g 57% DV
Carbs 78g 28% DV
Fiber 13.7g 49% DV
Sugar 28.1g 56% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 399.3mg 17% DV
Potassium 1068.5mg 23% DV
Cholesterol 24.8mg 8% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 612mcg 68% DV
Vitamin C 19.6mg 22% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 346.5mg 27% DV
Iron 5.2mg 29% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % 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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