I came up with this recipe years ago and usually make it around Thanksgiving and Christmas, either for get-togethers or for gifts.
Original recipe makes 20 servings
Ingredients
1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch salad dressing mix
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup milk
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
12 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
5 ounces roasted, salted almonds, chopped
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PREP
20 mins
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READY IN
50 mins
Directions
- Mix the dry ranch salad dressing mix, mayonnaise, and milk in a bowl. Beat in the cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Mix in Cheddar cheese. Cover bowl with plastic wrap, and freeze 30 minutes.
- Divide mixture in half, and shape into balls. Roll each ball in almonds to coat. Cover and refrigerate balls until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 196 kcal
Carbohydrates: 3 g
Cholesterol: 33 mg
Fat: 17.8 g
Fiber: 0.8 g
Protein: 6.9 g
Sodium: 295 mg