Creamed Chipped Beef Cheese Ball
This Creamed Chipped Beef Cheese Ball is a classic, savory appetizer that packs a massive punch of flavor with very little effort. The star ingredient—salty, dried chipped beef—provides a unique texture and savory depth that pairs perfectly with the tangy creaminess of the cheese. Because the beef is naturally quite salty, this recipe cleverly balances it with aromatic onion and garlic, creating a spread that is addictive when paired with a buttery cracker.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount |
| Cream cheese (softened) | 2 (8 oz) packages |
| Chipped dried beef (finely chopped) | 1 (8 oz) package |
| Green onions (finely chopped) | 3 stalks |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| Garlic powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Onion powder | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Optional: | Salt (to taste), Extra green onions |
| For Serving: | Ritz crackers |
How To Make Creamed Chipped Beef Cheese Ball:
Step 1: The Base Mix: Place your room-temperature cream cheese in a large bowl. Using a wooden spoon or hand mixer, blend until smooth. Fold in the chopped chipped beef and the green onions until they are evenly distributed.
Step 2: Season with Care: Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Tip: Before adding any extra salt, take a small taste with a cracker! Chipped beef is cured with a high amount of salt, and often you won’t need a single extra grain to make the flavors pop.
Step 3: The Shape-Up: Transfer the mixture onto a large sheet of plastic wrap. Pull the corners of the plastic up and twist to form the mixture into a tight, uniform ball.
Step 4: The Chill Factor: Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (though an hour is better if you have the time). This allows the cream cheese to firm back up so the ball holds its shape on the serving platter.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve: Unwrap the ball and place it on a plate. Garnish with a few extra chopped green onions for a pop of color and serve with plenty of buttery Ritz crackers.
