Garlic Junkie Pistachio Cheeseball

Chef Christian Gill

Servings

20

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

45 minutes

Cuisine

American

Category

Easy

Creamy, nutty, and deeply garlicky, this pistachio-crusted cheeseball is the kind of appetizer that disappears before the party really gets started. Spiceology Garlic Junkie brings bold roasted garlic flavor to the mix, making every cracker-loaded bite completely addictive. Make it ahead, chill it, and watch it become the MVP of any spread.

Garlic Junkie Pistachio Cheeseball

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp and 1 Tbsp Spiceology Garlic Junkie blend

  • 2 cups Unsalted Pistachios

  • 1/3 cup Flat leaf parsley (finely chopped)

  • 16 oz Cream Cheese (softened)

  • 1 1/2 cup Shaved Parmesan

  • 8 oz Tillamook Shredded Sharp Cheddar

  • 1 1/2 cup Duke's Mayo

Directions

  1. In a food processor, combine 1 tbsp of Spiceology Garlic Junkie and pistachios. Blitz until they are a smooth fine powder. Set aside.

  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, parmesan, Tillamook sharp cheddar cheese, Duke's Mayo, 1/4 cup of finely chopped parsley, 1/2 cup of powdered pistachios, and 1 tbsp Spiceology Garlic Junkie.

  3. With gloves on, mix thoroughly by hand then shape into two balls.

  4. Place remaining powdered pistachios on a large piece of parchment and spread them out evenly. Roll the balls until both are fully coated. cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.

  5. Remove from the fridge 10 minutes before serving to soften slightly. Serve with your favorite crackers and chips.
Recipe Products
Blend

Adam McKenzie | Garlic Junkie

Key Ingredients

Garlic, Black Pepper Coarse, Onion Granules, Dill Weed