Fall is the perfect time for recipes like this caramel apple cheese ball: the classic fall treat, turned into something you put out with crackers.
It works for parties and potlucks, as an appetizer during the holidays or as a sweet-and-salty dessert board after dinner on Halloween night.
Caramel Apple Cheese Ball Recipe
Whose recipe it is: Ashley of Wishes and Dishes. The full recipe, with amounts and steps, is on her site.
What goes in it (names only; check Ashley’s card for amounts):
- caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- crackers, for serving
- cream cheese
- green or red apple
- nutmeg
- sharp cheddar cheese
- walnuts
Serves: 10, according to Ashley’s card. Time: about 10 minutes of hands-on work.
Why it stands out: it is a no-bake party appetizer with only a handful of ingredients, and the sharp cheddar keeps it from tasting like dessert. It is the kind of thing you can make while the oven is busy with everything else.
Good to know: the coating is walnuts, so tell guests if anyone has a nut allergy. Diced apple starts to brown once it is cut, so it looks its best made the same day. Keep it in the fridge until shortly before serving, and add the caramel drizzle at the last minute so it doesn’t slide off.
Thanks to Ashley for this amazing recipe and featured image.
More fall party food
- More easy cheese balls
- Sausage cheese balls
- Chicken cranberry brie tartlets
- Caramel apple dump cake
- Southern pecan caramel sauce
