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We sure love a good cheese ball here at 12 Tomatoes. They’re a little retro in the best of ways and highly versatile. This Devil Crab Cream Cheese Ball is the perfect way to mix things by throwing a little seafood in the mix. The flavor is creamy, savory, and a surefire crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re hosting a party or need a dish to bring to your next potluck, this one is going to disappear in a flash as soon as it hits the table.
The mixture for the cheese ball starts out with a generous two packages of cream cheese. Toss in some diced onion and celery for some crunch and add in a bit of zip with lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. Garlic powder and onion powder help round everything out, while a touch of dried parsley adds that hint of herbiness. It’s comfort food, cocktail hour-style, and we can’t get enough.
We love pairing this cheese ball with buttery crackers, crunchy veggie sticks, or even bagel chips for a little extra flair. Pouring cocktail sauce over the top before serving is an optional step, but one that’s highly encouraged! Whether you’re whipping it up for a holiday gathering or just for a little indulgence, this Devil Crab Cream Cheese Ball is the kind of recipe that makes you feel like a host-with-the-most every time.
Devil Crab Cream Cheese Ball
Yield(s): Serves 8-10
10m prep time
2h inactive
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Ingredients
- 8 oz imitation crabmeat flakes
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup finely diced white onion
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Cocktail sauce, for serving
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together until well combined.
- Place a large piece of plastic wrap on a plate and scoop mixture into the center. Enclose with the plastic wrap and shape into a round ball.
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until firm.
- Unwrapped and place on a serving plate. Serve with crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks.
- Optional: Pour cocktail sauce over the top before serving.
Recipe adapted from Allrecipes.com