Curried Cheese Ball

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 0

Delicious Curried Cheese Ball recipe perfect for parties and gatherings

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

10-12

Calories

389

Sugar

10g

Fat

33g

The Curried Cheese Ball recipe is a fun and unique spin on the traditional cheese ball appetizer. With the addition of flavorful and aromatic curry powder, along with sweet and chewy raisins and shredded coconut, this recipe is sure to satisfy both sweet and savory palates. It's a great option for parties and gatherings and can be enjoyed with crackers or bread, along with a side of sweet and tangy mango chutney.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese and cottage cheese until smooth.
2.	Add curry powder and mix well.
3.	Add green onions, chopped peanuts, raisins, and shredded coconut to the mixture and stir until combined.
4.	Using your hands, shape the mixture into a ball or log form.
5.	Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
6.	Serve with crackers and mango chutney (optional).

PROS

This recipe is a unique twist on a classic cheese ball flavor, with the added bonus of healthful and flavorful ingredients like curry powder, raisins, and coconut.

It’s a great option for parties and gatherings, as it can be made ahead of time and chilled until ready to serve.

CONS

This recipe may not be suitable for those with peanut allergies due to the use of chopped peanuts in the recipe.

Additionally, the use of cream cheese and cottage cheese makes this recipe high in fat and overall calorie count.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe may not be the healthiest option, the added ingredients such as curry powder, raisins, and coconut provide notable health benefits.
Curry powder has been linked to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, while raisins and coconut offer a good source of fiber.

	2 packages cream cheese
	1 cup cottage cheese
	1 teaspoon curry powder
	1 cup green onion , thinly sliced
	1 cup dry roasted peanuts , chopped
	1 cup raisins ( I prefer golden raisins )
	1/2 cup coconut , shredded
	3/4 cup mango chutney ( optional )