Cheddar Cheese Apples

Cheddar Cheese Apples
140 min.
24
68kcal

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Looking for a unique and delightful appetizer that will impress your guests at your next gathering? Look no further than our Cheddar Cheese Apples! This creative dish combines the rich, creamy texture of cheddar cheese with the savory notes of cream cheese and spices, all shaped into adorable apple forms. Perfect for antipasti platters, starters, or as a fun snack, these cheese balls are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor.

With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a stunning centerpiece for your table. The combination of Worcestershire sauce and ground mustard adds a zesty kick, while the paprika gives a beautiful color and a hint of smokiness. The addition of cinnamon sticks and fresh sage leaves as stems and leaves elevates the presentation, making these cheese apples a conversation starter.

Whether you're hosting a party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking to treat yourself, these Cheddar Cheese Apples are sure to be a hit. Serve them alongside an assortment of crackers for a delightful pairing that will have everyone coming back for more. Get ready to wow your friends and family with this deliciously fun appetizer that’s as tasty as it is charming!

Ingredients

  • ounces cream cheese softened
  • tablespoons onion finely chopped
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground mustard 
  • ounces cheddar cheese shredded
  • serving paprika 
  • sticks sage fresh
  • serving round buttery crackers assorted

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Beat cream cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce and mustard in large bowl until blended.
  2. Mix in Cheddar cheese. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm enough to shape.
  3. Divide cheese mixture in half. Shape 1 half into a ball on waxed paper.
  4. Sprinkle another piece of waxed paper with paprika.
  5. Roll cheese ball in paprika, coating thoroughly. Mold into apple shape. Repeat with remaining cheese mixture.
  6. To garnish, make small depression in stem ends of apples.
  7. Cut 2 small pieces from cinnamon stick. Insert cinnamon stick pieces for stems. Insert sage leaves.
  8. Serve cheese balls with crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories68kcal
Protein15.92%
Fat76.9%
Carbs7.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4
Glycemic Load
0.19
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.8213043378099%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.17mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:67.53kcal
3.38%
Fat:5.83g
8.96%
Saturated Fat:3.29g
20.53%
Carbohydrates:1.22g
0.41%
Net Carbohydrates:1.16g
0.42%
Sugar:0.42g
0.47%
Cholesterol:16.61mg
5.54%
Sodium:93.28mg
4.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.71g
5.43%
Calcium:75.53mg
7.55%
Phosphorus:53.52mg
5.35%
Selenium:3.37µg
4.81%
Vitamin A:231.14IU
4.62%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.61%
Copper:0.06mg
2.9%
Zinc:0.39mg
2.62%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.93%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.21%