Mediterranean Cream Cheese Ball

5 from 2 votes

Upgrade your favorite appetizer with the rich, savory flavor and creamy, crunchy textures of this easy Mediterranean cream cheese ball recipe!

Prep Time10

Chill Time30

Total Time40

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American, Mediterranean

Keyword: cheese ball, cheese ball recipe, cream cheese ball

Servings: servings

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, feta cheese crumbles, freshly grated gouda cheese, chopped olives, sun-dried tomatoes, minced Italian parsley, 1/4 cup of finely chopped walnuts, garlic powder, dried oregano, chives, and salt and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
16 ounces softened cream cheese, 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbles, 6 ounces freshly grated gouda cheese, 1/2 cup finely chopped Kalamata olives or a mix of Kalamata and green olives, 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely minced Italian parsley, 3/4 cup walnuts, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 2 Tablespoons chopped chives, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
On a separate plate, place the remaining 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts and za’atar. Shape the cheese mixture into a ball as much as possible and then roll it in the walnut and za’atar mixture until the outside is evenly coated.
1 Tablespoon za’atar
Wrap the cheese ball securely in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.