Super Spam Cheeseball
Submitted by jasper
Shredded Spam and sharp cheddar rolled into a zesty cheeseball with horseradish, Worcestershire, and chili powder, then coated in crunchy chopped nuts. A retro appetizer that keeps the cracker crowd coming back.
YIELD
16 servingsPREP
15 minCOOK
0 minREADY
3 hrsListen, don’t knock it till you’ve tried it. This cheeseball leans into Spam’s salty, savory charm and pairs it with sharp cheddar, tangy cream cheese, and just enough horseradish to wake up your taste buds.
A hit of Worcestershire sauce and dry mustard rounds things out, while a chili powder dusting adds a subtle warmth that sneaks up on you.
Roll the whole thing in chopped nuts for that satisfying crunch, then let it firm up in the fridge overnight so the flavors really get acquainted.
Pull it out 30 minutes before your guests arrive, set it on a board with sturdy crackers, and watch it disappear.
Pro Tips
- Shred the Spam while it’s cold. It grates more easily and blends smoother into the cheese mixture.
- Use sharp or extra-sharp cheddar for a bolder flavor that stands up to the Spam’s saltiness.
- Pecans or walnuts work best for the nut coating. Toast them lightly in a dry skillet first for deeper flavor.
- Make it a day ahead. Overnight chilling lets everything meld and makes the ball easier to slice cleanly.
Ingredients
Directions
In large bowl, combine spam, cheese cream cheese, onion, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, and chili powder, mix well.
Form into ball.
Roll in nuts. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.
Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before serving.
Serve with crackers.
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