Mom's Cheese Ball

Prep Details

• Prep time: 15 mins
• Cook time: N/A (Chill time: 1–2 hours)
• Servings: 8 servings
• Method: Refrigerate
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tsp mayonnaise
• 4 oz dried beef, finely chopped (divided)
• 1 tsp yellow mustard
• 1 tsp dried minced onion

Instructions

1. Soften cream cheese: Soften cream cheese in the microwave.
2. Prep dried beef: Finely chop the dried beef into small pieces. Reserve ¼ of the chopped beef in a small dish for coating.
3. Combine ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, dried minced onion, and the remaining ¾ of the chopped dried beef. Mix thoroughly until smooth.
4. Form the ball: Use your hands to shape the mixture into a firm, tight ball.
5. Coat the outside: Roll the cheese ball in the reserved dried beef until the entire surface is coated.
6. Refrigerate: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the cheese ball to firm up.

Serving Options

Serve chilled alongside sturdy butter crackers (like Ritz or Town House), bagel chips, or fresh pretzel snaps.