Caprese Cheese Ball with Feta and Cream Cheese

a cheese ball with tomatoes and basil in a bowl

Caprese Cheese Ball with Feta and Cream Cheese

This Caprese cheese ball recipe features a chilled blend of cream cheese, feta, and green onions topped with juicy tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a simple balsamic vinaigrette.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 10

Refrigerating time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings

Calories 225kcal

Author Amee

Ingredients

For the cheese ball:

16 oz cream cheese (2 blocks)
8 oz feta cheese -crumbled
1 bunch green onions -very finely chopped

For the garnish:

4 roma tomatoes -seeded and chopped
1 bunch fresh basil -I used a blend of spicy globe basil, sweet basil, and purple basil

For the dressing:

4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil *can also use grapeseed oil
4 tbsp balsamic vinegar -a thicker, good-quality balsamic is best
4 tbsp lemon juice -freshly squeezed
1 tbsp minced fresh garlic

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, feta and chopped green onions
Blend until smooth and well combined
Form into a ball, making a well in the center, and place in a large bowl for serving
Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight
When ready to serve, chop tomatoes and sprinkle on top and around the cheese ball
Garnish with your chopped sweet basil or spicy globe basil leaves
Mix dressing ingredients in a shaker bottle and pour over cheese ball and tomatoes
Serve with crostini (recipe in post) or your favorite crackers.

Notes

Use fresh/in-season ingredients. Select the freshest, highest-quality cheese, tomatoes, and basil you can get your hands on to ensure the best results.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Before garnishing, taste the dip and season it with a pinch of flaky salt and black pepper if needed. However, I find the feta and dressing impart plenty of saltiness and flavor.

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