Oreo Ball

A favorite of ours around holiday time is the classic cheese ball. But this year in addition to the classic we have a sweet Oreo Ball. A nice contrast to the usual and a sweet compromise to those who are not in the mood for savory. Today I will give you the recipe for both. You decide which one you like better. Now, Let's get started.

Old-fashion Ranch Cheese ball

Ingredients:

20 oz cream cheese
1 package of ranch dressing mix
1/2 to 1 cup slivered almonds

Let the cream cheese come to room temperature, then place in a large mixing bowl. Mix in the ranch dressing mix. Once incorporated is a spatula to form into a ball. move the large ball onto a plate with the almond slivers. Press the almonds onto the ball shaping it as you work. You might find it useful to use a piece of plastic wrap to press the almonds in and smooth the shape. let chill for an hour and presto you have a cheese ball.

Some additions can include 1/2 Cup shredded cheese or crumbled bacon bits. Press on the formed ball or mix in (or both.)



Oreo Ball

8 oz cream cheese
2 tbs milk
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
18 Oreo cookies crushed
1 cup mini chocolate chips

Once the cream cheese has come to room temperature stir together the cream cheese, butter and milk in a large bowl. Slowly add the powdered sugar. Crush and add the Oreos. Form into a ball in the bowl and transfer to a plate with the chocolate chips on it. Press the chips into the ball and shape as you go. Let chill for 1 hour. Serve with vanilla wafers, pretzels, or graham crackers.

Remember to refrigerate these when not consuming them.

There you have it folks. A treat for the sweet toothed and savory fan alike. Enjoy!



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