Lemon Cheese Balls Food

GINGERED LEMON CHEESE BALLS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and sugars until smooth. Stir in lemon zest, juice and vanilla. Shape into two balls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours., Just before serving, place gingersnap crumbs in a shallow bowl. Roll in crumbs. Serve with fruit and crackers.

LEMON SNOWBALLS COOKIE

Steps:

• In a bowl, cream butter, sugar and egg until well blended. Add lemon juice and zest. Combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; stir into creamed mixture. Add almonds. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour or overnight. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned (cookies will not brown on top). , Remove immediately to wire racks; cool for 5 minutes, then roll in confectioners' sugar.

MINI CHEESE BALLS

Steps:

• Mix 8 ounces softened cream cheese with 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest and 1 cup shredded firm cheese (like cheddar, parmesan, pepper jack or gouda); season with salt and pepper. With moistened hands, form into 1-inch balls, chill 4 hours, then roll in toppings. Here we used chopped pistachios, chives, tarragon, hulled pumpkin seeds, bacon with paprika, almonds, and black and white sesame seeds.

LEMON CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• 1. In a medium bowl; mix the cream cheese, butter, sugar and lemonade mix using an electric mixer.
• 2. Refrigerate for 3 hours. When mixture is completely chilled, shape into a ball and roll in graham cracker crumbs. Serve on a platter with you favorite crackers.