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Delicious Turkey Cheese Ball

A festive and flavorful appetizer perfect for holidays or gatherings. This creamy turkey cheese ball is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Cooked Turkey shredded or chopped
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Finely Chopped Celery
  • 1/4 cup Finely Chopped Red Onion
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Pecans or Walnuts optional
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley for garnish, optional
  • Crackers, Breadsticks, or Vegetables for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Serving Platter

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded turkey, mayonnaise, celery, red onion, pecans (if using), sage, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  2. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Shape the mixture into a ball. You can use your hands or a piece of plastic wrap to help form a neater ball.
  4. Cover the cheese ball tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the cheese ball to firm up.
  5. Before serving, garnish the cheese ball with chopped fresh parsley (optional).
  6. Serve the turkey cheese ball with crackers, breadsticks, or your favorite vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!

Notes

For a festive touch, consider adding a tablespoon of cranberry sauce or finely chopped dried cranberries to the mixture. You can also roll the cheese ball in chopped nuts before serving for added texture and flavor. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.