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Smoked Salmon Cheese Ball Recipe

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This Smoked Salmon Cheese Ball is a creamy, flavorful appetizer combining smooth cream cheese with smoky salmon, tangy sour cream, and aromatic herbs. Rolled in crunchy pecans and herbs, it offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes perfect for parties and gatherings.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings

Ingredients

Cheese Ball Base

  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 12 ounces smoked salmon, chopped (or 12 ounces regular salmon plus 1 teaspoon liquid smoke)
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper seasoning

Coating

  • 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (chives, parsley, dill, etc.), chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salmon: If using regular salmon, add 1 teaspoon liquid smoke to mimic smoked flavor. Chop the salmon finely to ensure it blends well into the cheese mixture.
  2. Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped smoked salmon (or regular salmon with liquid smoke), sour cream, finely diced red onion, and lemon pepper seasoning. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  3. Shape the Cheese Ball: Use your hands or a spatula to form the mixture into a compact ball. Place it on a plate or wrap it and refrigerate to firm up for at least an hour for easier coating.
  4. Prepare the Coating: In a shallow dish, mix the roughly chopped pecans and fresh chopped herbs evenly to create the coating mixture.
  5. Coat the Cheese Ball: Roll the chilled cheese ball in the pecan and herb mixture, pressing gently so it sticks evenly all around.
  6. Chill before Serving: Refrigerate the finished cheese ball for at least 1-2 hours to let the flavors meld and to firm it up. Serve chilled with crackers, veggies, or bread slices.

Notes

  • If you cannot find smoked salmon, regular salmon with 1 teaspoon liquid smoke provides a similar smoky flavor.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to make mixing easier and to achieve a smooth texture.
  • This cheese ball can be made a day ahead and refrigerated tightly wrapped.
  • Fresh herbs can be adjusted to taste or replaced with your favorites.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/smoked-salmon-cheese-ball-recipe/