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Cheese Appetizers

Cheese Appetizers

Tasty recipes for cheese appetizers like cheese balls, cheese dip, and queso



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recipe for queso blanco dip

Queso Blanco Dip

If you thought cheese couldn't get any better, think again. This queso blanco dip is here to step up your snacking game. With spicy chorizo mingling in the mix, you might want to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chipotle queso

Chipotle Queso

This queso doesn't mess around! Two kinds of cheese are melted with dark beer, and chopped chipotle peppers are stirred in to heat things up.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fresh goat cheese and crispy shallot dip

Fresh Goat Cheese And Crispy Shallot Dip

Made with parsley, whole milk, sour cream, shallots, peanut oil, pita bread rounds, salt and cayenne pepper, fresh goat cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for goat cheese and balsamic-honey crostini

Goat Cheese And Balsamic-Honey Crostini

Made with French bread, goat cheese, honey, herbs, water, balsamic vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for classic cheese ball

Classic Cheese Ball

Cream cheese and cheddar, combined with diced veggies and rolled in chopped walnuts or pecans makes a cheese ball that's almost as fun to make as it is to eat.


Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for brie kisses

Brie Kisses

These brie kisses might be better than the real thing. Creamy brie wrapped in puff pastry and topped with a sizzle of hot pepper jelly is certainly a great way to express your love for...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for tomato lemon basil and goat cheese salad

Tomato Lemon Basil And Goat Cheese Salad

Made with sea salt, black pepper, tomatoes, lemon basil leaves, goat cheese, cucumber, olive oil, balsamic vinegar


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for fruit crisp topped brie dip

Fruit Crisp Topped Brie Dip

Made with walnuts, salt, brie, apple, pear, dried cranberries, brown sugar, oats, butter, ground cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for homemade cheddar cheese cranberry ball

Homemade Cheddar Cheese Cranberry Ball

This makes a great cheeseball for parties. Cream cheese and cheddar cheese are mixed together in a ball and rolled in chopped walnuts, parsley, and dried...


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for almond cheese pinecone

Almond Cheese Pinecone

Made with crackers, pine sprigs, cream cheese, cheese spread, blue cheese, green onion, Worcestershire sauce, almonds


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for don pablo's queso dip

Don Pablo's Queso Dip

Made with Corn chips, Triscuits or sliced vegetables, cheddar cheese, onion, butter, diced tomatoes with green chilies, stewed tomatoes, processed cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for gone in 60 seconds cheese spread

Gone In 60 Seconds Cheese Spread

Made with jalapeno jelly, green onion, pecans, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Cheddar cheese


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for texas roadhouse queso

Texas Roadhouse Queso

Made with cream of mushroom soup, Roma tomato, butter, flour, sea salt, milk, muenster cheese, jalapeno pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for golden bee cheese

Golden Bee Cheese

Made with garlic salt, Cheddar cheese, butter, sherry, horseradish

Method:   crock pot
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for buffalo cheese spread

Buffalo Cheese Spread

Made with margarine or butter, cream cheese, hot sauce, sharp Cheddar cheese, blue cheese


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mozzarella saganaki (greek flaming cheese)

Mozzarella Saganaki (Greek Flaming Cheese)

Made with lemon, Mozzarella cheese, butter, brandy

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brandy gouda dip

Brandy Gouda Dip

Made with brandy, Gouda cheese, sour cream, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for garlic cheese spread

Garlic Cheese Spread

This garlic cheese spread is a great way to add extra flavor to your next party or gathering. It's easy to make and only requires a few ingredients, so it's perfect for a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheese and pineapple hedgehog

Cheese And Pineapple Hedgehog

Made with cherry, toothpicks, orange, Cheddar cheese, pineapple chunks


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for seasoned deep fried cheddar cheese

Seasoned Deep Fried Cheddar Cheese

Picture this: crispy, golden-brown cheese bites that ooze deliciousness with each bite. These seasoned deep-fried cheddar cheese cubes are the perfect blend of crisp...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for baked cheese balls

Baked Cheese Balls

Combining old English cheese, flour, butter, and Worcestershire sauce, these cheese balls are perfect for gatherings. Bake until golden for a tasty treat.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker velveeta salsa dip

Slow Cooker Velveeta Salsa Dip

Made with cilantro, processed cheese, picante sauce or salsa

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker jimmy dean cheese dip

Slow Cooker Jimmy Dean Cheese Dip

This cheese dip combines Jimmy Dean sausage with Cheez Whiz, cheese soup, and green chiles for a savory and rich appetizer. Conveniently prepared in a crock pot, serve...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cheddar, pepper jelly and pecan cheese ball

Cheddar, Pepper Jelly And Pecan Cheese Ball

Made with hot pepper jelly, black pepper, salt, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, pecans, mayonnaise, green onions, garlic


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker hot habanero cheese dip

Slow Cooker Hot Habanero Cheese Dip

Made with cheddar cheese, Habanero peppers, American cheese, tomato, bacon, garlic

Method:   crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mi tierra's tex-mex chile con queso

Mi Tierra's Tex-Mex Chile con Queso

Made with extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, processed cheese product, heavy cream, tomato, yellow onion, jalapeno, tortilla chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for crescent wrapped gouda

Crescent Wrapped Gouda

Made with egg, Gouda cheese, crescent rolls

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cheese 'n onion dip

Cheese 'n Onion Dip

Made with mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, onions

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheddar cheese spread

Cheddar Cheese Spread

Made with salt, red pepper, butter, Cheddar cheese, milk, dry mustard


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for ham, cheese, and pickle cheese ball

Ham, Cheese, And Pickle Cheese Ball

This delicious cheese ball is perfect for any party or gathering. It's easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sweet pretzel dip

Sweet Pretzel Dip

Made with pretzels, cream cheese, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pineapple cream cheese dip

Pineapple Cream Cheese Dip

Made with pecans, green bell pepper, cream cheese, crushed pineapple, green onions


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for caviar cheesecake

Caviar Cheesecake

Made with lemon extract, breadcrumbs, butter, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, eggs, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for old english cheese spread

Old English Cheese Spread

Made with milk, American cheese, brown mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, spicy vegetable juice, tomato juice, prepared horseradish, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for brie souffle

Brie Souffle

Made with butter, white sandwich bread, eggs, milk, salt, cayenne pepper or Tabasco sauce, Brie cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for ranch cheese spread

Ranch Cheese Spread

Made with cream cheese, ranch salad dressing mix


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican cheese balls

Mexican Cheese Balls

Made with pecans, cream cheese, green bell pepper, pimiento, onion, salt


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cheddar beer cheesecake

Cheddar Beer Cheesecake

Made with butter, egg yolk, sharp cheddar cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon rind

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for baked brie in puff pastry with honey-walnut sauce

Baked Brie in Puff Pastry with Honey-Walnut Sauce

Made with fresh parsley, walnuts, garlic, puff pastry, Brie, egg, butter, honey

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for angel of death cheese spread

Angel Of Death Cheese Spread

Made with cheesecloth, gorgonzola or bleu cheese, ricotta cheese, garlic, walnuts, sage, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for brie with smoked salmon and dill

Brie with Smoked Salmon and Dill

Made with Brie cheese, smoked salmon, fresh dill


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for baked gouda in puff pastry

Baked Gouda In Puff Pastry

Made with puff pastry, pecans, Gouda cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for catahoula's savory crabmeat cheesecake

Catahoula's Savory Crabmeat Cheesecake

Made with butter or margarine, olive oil, onion, celery, green bell pepper, roasted red peppers, green onions, cream cheese, smoked Gouda cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for jalapeno cheesecake

Jalapeno Cheesecake

Made with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, egg, garlic, jalapeno jelly

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cream cheese salsa dip

Cream Cheese Salsa Dip

Made with cayenne pepper, garlic powder, cream cheese, milk, salsa, ground cumin, onion powder


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bacon-onion cheesecake

Bacon-Onion Cheesecake

Made with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, wheat cracker crumbs, walnuts, butter, bacon, onion, bacon drippings, cream cheese, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for hazelnut-crusted brie

Hazelnut-Crusted Brie

Made with hazelnuts, egg, Brie cheese rounds, frozen puff pastry

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for feta cheese-olive spread

Feta Cheese-Olive Spread

Made with garlic, feta cheese, cream cheese, milk, black olives, green olives, parsley


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican con queso (velveeta cheese dip)

Mexican Con Queso (Velveeta Cheese Dip)

This easy queso recipe will have you dipping your chips in a matter of minutes. Can also add sliced pickled jalapenos to increase the heat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cream cheese caviar pie

Cream Cheese Caviar Pie

Made with paprika, green onion, lumpfish caviar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Tabasco sauce, fresh parsley


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for slow cooker artichoke and cheese dip

Slow Cooker Artichoke And Cheese Dip

Made with artichoke hearts, Mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, onions

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spinach-mushroom cheesecake

Spinach-Mushroom Cheesecake

Made with breadcrumbs, butter or margarine, frozen spinach, fresh mushrooms, onion, garlic, pimento, cream cheese, feta cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for macedonian feta cheese spread

Macedonian Feta Cheese Spread

Made with lemon, black pepper, feta cheese, olive oil, dried red chili peppers


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for smoky cream cheese spread

Smoky Cream Cheese Spread

Made with salt, garlic powder, cream cheese, Liquid Smoke, fresh chives


Time:   under 30 minutes




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