Bloody Mary Cheeseball Recipe (2024)

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This Bloody Mary Cheeseball Recipe is the best easy appetizer option for entertaining. Made with many of the same ingredients and toppings as a traditional Bloody Mary drink (but without the alcohol) It's a family friendly hors d'oeuvre that's full of great flavor!

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Bloody Mary Cheese Ball Recipe

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With my great love for all things hors-d'oeuvre-y, I figured it was probably a good time to brainstorm some new and delicious appetizer options that are easy to whip up and look pretty and festive for holiday entertaining.

So I began brainstorming a cream cheese ball concept. Though I had never made my own cheese ball, I have tasted several at various events throughout my life. I try not to ever turn down the opportunity to try various Cheese varieties, especially if they're mixed with other tasty offerings!

Being the scrappy gal I am, I thought to myself, "Why not remove the Vodka and use the zesty, savory ingredients that you typically find in a Bloody Mary to make a festive and easy cheese ball recipe?" And the rest, as they say, was history.

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Tips for making a Bloody Mary Bacon Cheese Balls

  • Be sure to soften the cream cheese to make it easier to mix. You can do this by leaving it out a couple hours in advance. Or in a pinch, zap it in the microwave for 30 seconds or so.
  • I like to use mymini prep processor to chop the olives and save time.
  • Refrigerate the cheese for a good 10 minutes before rolling it into a ball to make the rolling process easier.
  • Although I always encourage you to use real bacon, you can use bacon bits for this, just try to buy the ones that are actually real bacon.
  • Once you’ve formed the cheeseball and rolled it in the bacon and parsley mixture, wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour to help it firm up.

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Frequently asked questions about making the best cheese ball recipe

  • Can I make this in advance? While it’s still tasty when reheated, puff pastry is definitely at it’s very best when consumed right away. You’ll lose that flaky, crispy texture that we all love once you refrigerate it.
  • Can I make these into cheese ball bites? Sure, just roll them smaller and pop a pretzel stick into them just before serving.
  • What’s the best way to mix the cheese ball? I used a Stand mixerorHand mixer, but you can also do it by hand.
  • How long do these last in the refrigerator? These will last up to a week wrapped up in your fridge.
  • Can this be made ahead? Yes, this can be made up to a couple days ahead.

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Helpful tools:

  1. Chef's knife
  2. Cutting board
  3. Measuring cups
  4. Measuring spoons
  5. Mixing bowl
  6. Mini prep processor

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Bloody Mary Cheeseball Recipe

Jessy Freimann

This Bloody Mary Cheeseball Recipe is the best easy appetizer option for entertaining. Made with many of the same ingredients and toppings as a traditional Bloody Mary drink (but without the alcohol) It's a family friendly hors d'oeuvre that's full of great flavor!

5 from 5 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Chill time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 8 ounce packages cream cheese
  • ¾ cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
  • ½ teaspoon celery salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup green olives stuffed with pimentos, chopped
  • ¾ cup crumbled bacon or bacon bits (try to find ones that are real bacon)
  • 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • RITZ crackers
  • Cut up celery

Instructions

Notes

This can be made the night before and should stay good in the refrigerator for a few days.

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Try some other easy cheesy appetizers include:

  • Pomegranate Thyme Baked Brie
  • Baked Buffalo Chicken Sliders
  • Philly Cheese Steak Bombs

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  1. Andrew says

    A Bloody Mary cheeseball is ingenious! I bet it pairs perfectly with the RITZ Crackers, too! Yum! [client]

    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thank you! The flavor really compliments RITZ Crackers beautifully. Although that's not hard to do, those crackers seriously taste awesome with everything!

      Reply

  2. Luci {Luci's Morsels} says

    I know exactly what you mean when you say you wish you entertained more. I'm the same way! But this amazing appetizer would sure make it easier to do it! Can't wait to give it a try at my next shindig!Luci's Morsels | fashion. food. frivolity.

    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thank you! I seriously want to try and make this entertaining thing happen!

      Reply

  3. Sarah @ Champagne Tastes says

    This is brilliant! The cheeseball is what always pulls me back to the food table :)

    Reply

  4. Jeff says

    For the olives, is is 1/2 cup chopped, or put 1/2 cup of olives in the Cuisinart? BTW, the recipe SOUNDS AMAZING! :)

    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thanks Jeff- sorry if I wrote the recipe in a confusing way- I meant 1/2 a cup of chopped olives (but if you don't love them as much as I do you could always measure it before chopping). I hope you love it!

      Reply

      • Jeff says

        No, I love olives and anything related to a Bloody Mary. Doing this recipe for a New Year's Eve Party this weekend along with my family's perfect Bloody Marys to go with it! Thanks again! :)

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        • Jessy says

          I like your style- Olives are always a good idea (and so is a good Bloody Mary!!)! I hope you enjoy it and happy new year!

          Reply

  5. Danielle Green says

    This looks absolutely delicious!

    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thank you Danielle :)

      Reply

  6. Richa Gupta says

    My goodness, this looks incredibly delicious!

    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thanks Richa!

      Reply

  7. Erin Clarkson says

    Yuuuuuummm! what an amazing idea!

    Reply

    • Jessy says

      Thanks ErIn!

      Reply

  8. Summer says

    Yum. This would be great with pickle jalapeno sliced, pickled okra or anything else used to garnish a bloody mary.

    Reply

    • Jessy Freimann says

      Yum- I'm pretty sure I want you to make my Bloody Mary's from now on, those sound like great additions!

      Reply

  9. Melissa says

    This was SO delicious. I made a half batch which was plenty, but I wished I had made a full batch and tried freezing half. I served this with Ritz crackers and mini bell peppers and it was a hit!

    Reply

    • Jessy Freimann says

      So glad you loved it, Melissa! I bet it tasted great with mini bell peppers! Please let me know how it works if you ever try freezing it :)

      Reply

  10. Fran Henderson says

    I made a half recipe and added a handful of "real" bacon bits to the cheese mixture and rolled the ball in chopped pecans and parsley instead of the bacon. Its delicious.

    Reply

  11. Sue says

    This is amazing! I’ve been looking for a “different” cheese ball from the “same ole same ole”. This definitely fits the bill. This flavors are absolutely delicious.

    Reply

  12. Maggie says

    This is a huge hit every time I make it for a special occasion. I add a little more tomato paste, and more horseradish, though. In Louisiana, we love our bloody Marys, so this cheese ball needs to be spicy, but not overpowering. Adding the extra tomato paste and horseradish works beautifully!

    Reply

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Bloody Mary Cheeseball Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What can you use instead of Tabasco in a Bloody Mary? ›

If you want more heat, consider adding some Frank's RedHot Sauce, Louisiana Hot Sauce or Sriracha Sauce to your Bloody Mary. Or you can swap your regular Tabasco sauce for the even hotter Tabasco Scorpion Pepper Sauce.

How do you thicken a cheese ball? ›

Your cheese ball is too runny: Once you have added all the extras, and it's all mixed in well, if the texture is more salad dressing-like than something you might spread on a bagel, you can tighten it up easily by adding unsalted butter, one tablespoon at a time, mixing before you add more.

What pairs well with a Bloody Mary? ›

Here are some of our favorite Bloody Mary appetizer pairings.
  • Swedish Meatballs. These little delights stew in a creamy sauce that's milder than traditional Italian meatballs. ...
  • Mozzarella Sticks. ...
  • Red Pepper Hummus and Toasted Pita. ...
  • Grilled Bacon-Wrapped Scallops. ...
  • Poached Shrimp.
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What breakfast food goes with Bloody Marys? ›

Other delicious meals we recommend serving at your bloody mary bar brunch are breakfast burritos, an egg scramble or even breakfast tacos.

What can I use if I don't have Tabasco? ›

Any cayenne based hot sauce will suffice. Tabasco is a little hotter and more vinegary than some of the alternatives. Franks is a very good substitute because it has more flavor than Tabasco with a little less heat and vinegar. Texas Pete's is good.

What hot sauce is best in Bloody Mary? ›

For a Classic Bloody: Tabasco ($4)

Tabasco is the O.G. hot sauce. It burst onto the hot sauce scene about 60 years before the spicy red co*cktail it so often gives life. More heat than nuanced flavor, Tabasco's rough vinegar spice makes it the tangy bruiser of the bunch.

Why is my cheese ball so hard? ›

Why is my cheese ball so hard? You want your cheese ball to be firm enough to hold its shape, but soft enough to allow for easy spreading. To achieve this consistency, the key is making sure your cream cheese is softened before preparing.

What cheese are cheese balls made of? ›

Cheese balls are traditionally made with two kinds of cheese – cream cheese (or another soft cheese like quark cheese, mascarpone or ricotta) and a grated semi-soft or semi-firm cheese like cheddar, colby cheese, monterey jack cheese, or muenster.

What does cornstarch do to cheese? ›

Cheese Sauce, Take 1: Cornstarch, Stovetop

This helps the entire mixture stay smooth and emulsified, resulting in a creamy sauce. He recommends tossing the shredded cheese with the cornstarch before cooking so it is evenly dispersed and does not form clumps when cooked.

What is a double Bloody Mary? ›

2.75 oz NEFT Vodka. .25 oz Fresh Lemon Juice. .25 oz Fresh Orange Juice. .25 oz Olive Juice. .75 oz Stout Beer.

What is the difference between a Bloody Mary and a dirty Bloody Mary? ›

A Dirty Bloody Mary is a variation of the classic Bloody Mary co*cktail. It typically includes the addition of olive brine, giving it a 'dirty' twist. This addition adds a savory, salty depth to the traditional mix of tomato juice, vodka, and various seasonings.

Why are there no bloody marys at night? ›

Crafting a Bloody Mary can be time-consuming and require multiple “touches” for bartenders, even if there's a pre-made mix available. There's plenty of spilled digital ink, especially on bartenders' Reddit boards, to attest that it's poor form to order a Bloody Mary in the evening — and, especially, at night.

Are Bloody Marys good for your stomach? ›

It is the combination of a heavy vegetable base (tomato juice) and salt that can settle the stomach and replace electrolytes, as well as delivering Vitamins C and B6 that are both beneficial in reducing the effects of a hangover.

Is it OK to drink Bloody Marys at night? ›

It's time to make the Bloody Mary — and other Bloody variations — an anytime-you-want drink. And some bar pros agree. “I'm a big fan of Bloodies,” says Aaron Blakely, the owner of The Junction in Roscoe, New York. “I'll often have one as a shift drink.

What to do if your Bloody Mary is too spicy? ›

They suggest sipping the beer between drinks to cleanse your pallet or, if you're not someone who enjoys spicy in the first place, you can also steadily pour the beer into your bloody to tone down the spice of the entire drink.

Is tabasco sauce the same as hot sauce? ›

Tabasco is an American brand of hot sauce made from tabasco peppers, vinegar and salt.

Does Tabasco Bloody Mary mix go bad? ›

The short answer is YES. Bloody Mary mix is a popular co*cktail mixer made with tomato juice, spices, and other ingredients. It's a delicious and refreshing drink that many people enjoy. However, like any perishable food item, it has a limited shelf life.

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