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Carrot Cheese Ball Easter Appetizer Aperitiv pentru masa de Paste in forma de morcov

Carrot Cheese Ball (Easter Appetizer)

A carrot-shaped cream cheese ball coated in shredded carrots — the cutest no-cook Easter appetizer on the table. Ready in 15 minutes.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Choose Serving Size 10 portions

Ingredients 

  • 1 carrot grated
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 400 g cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce optional
  • 200 g Cheddar cheese grateed
  • 1 bunch parsley

Instructions

  • Heat a pan on medium heat, add the oil and the grated carrot. Saute the carrot until it becomes soft and slightly golden.
  • In a mixer/food processor, put the cream cheese, the cooked carrot, salt, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce and mix until they are well combined.
  • Then transfer the cheese to a baking paper and shape it in the form of a carrot.
  • Place in the freezer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from the freezer.
  • Then cover with grated cheese.
  • Garnish with a bunch of parsley, pressing gently into the carrot shaped by the cheese.
  • Serve with fresh vegetables or crackers.

Notes

Make ahead tip: this cheese ball can be made up to 2 days in advance. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate. Add the parsley stem just before serving.