32 Cheese Ball Recipes for Thanksgiving

This turkey cheese ball recipe is absolutely darling and makes the perfect appetizer for Thanksgiving dinner! 

These creamy, crunchy, flavor-packed, fried cheese balls are perfect appetizers for your Thanksgiving spread! Like bacon jalapeno poppers, but even better!

Your guests will love this Bacon Cheddar Cheese Ball, which is a giant ball of cream cheese and cheddar rolled around in bacon.

Start Thanksgiving with a Greek Cheese Ball, whetting their appetite with untraditional flavors. Cream cheese, kalamata olives, and feta cheese, along with all the seasonings, make this a great party and holiday appetizer.

 If you’re a fan of buffalo chicken dip, you’re going to love these zesty buffalo chicken balls with cream cheese.

In need of the perfect appetizer for parties and potlucks this Fall? Our Pumpkin Shaped Tex Mex Cheese Ball is as easy on the eyes as it is on the palate. Serve it at any Holiday gathering for a fun new spin on the classic savory, spreadable snack.

Each of these mini cranberry cheese balls is perfect for topping just a couple of crackers. Their small size makes them easy to serve, and they are perfect for Thanksgiving.

This pepperoni cheese ball is full of pizza flavor but in a fun, spreadable appetizer form. It is sure to be a hit at your Thanksgiving celebration.

Turn the flavors of jalapeno poppers into Jalapeno Popper Cheese Balls! They’re mini cheese ball bites with bacon you can serve as an appetizer for Thanksgiving

Cheese balls became a classic appetizer for a reason- they’re quick to throw together & pretty to present. This everything bagel cheese ball has a savory everything bagel seasoning outer shell with a rich & creamy cheesy center. Spread it on crackers for an easy dish that will impress any guest.

This Maple Roasted Pecan Cheese Ball festive appetizer is a show stopper and so easy to make! Creamy with a touch of jalapeño and spring onions, served with pomegranate and some fried shallots.

Pretty little pumpkin cheese balls adorn a festive table for Thanksgiving. They are made with goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, chives, and more for a delicious way to start the festivities!

This Blue Cheese and Pecan Cheese Ball is perfect for Thanksgiving! Everyone loves this easy appetizer and its trio of cheeses! Cream cheese, Kraft Old English cheese, and blue cheese blend together for a blue cheese ball with a sharp and addictive flavor.

This Dill Pickle Cheese Ball is an easy appetizer that comes together in minutes and contains maximum dill pickle flavor. Dress it up for the holidays, or keep it low-key for game day. This one’s a winner!

A delicious olive cheese ball is the perfect appetizer before Thanksgiving dinner! Simple to make ahead and loaded with cheddar, Parmesan, and olives!

This vegan cheese ball is a fantastic dairy-free option for vegans and those with a dairy allergy or intolerance. It's herby, delicious, creamy, and tastes just like a dairy cheese ball! The perfect party appetizer.

Goat cheese, figs, pistachios, and honey create a winning flavor combination. So easy to make. Perfect topping for crackers. Great spread on a toasted bagel.

These Mini Cheese Balls on a stick are one of the easiest make-ahead appetizers ever! These cheese ball bites are a perfectly balanced combination of cream cheese with blue cheese (or other sharp cheese) and sweet cranberries.

Chipped beef is the key ingredient for this savory cheese ball! Make it ahead for an easy Thanksgiving appetizer!

Lemon Cheesecake Cheese Ball is a flavorful, lemony cheese ball that makes the best dessert! Serve with graham crackers or your favorite dipper!

These easy-to-make mini cheeseballs are made festive by rolling in pistachios or dried cranberries!

A delicious combination of salty pistachios, sweet-tart dried cranberries, and creamy cheeses, this unique take on the classic cheese ball will be a crowd favorite at holiday gatherings.

Make this quick and easy shrimp cheese ball with seasoning, herbs, and pomegranate for a delicious Thanksgiving appetizer everyone will love.

These crispy goat cheese croquettes are an appetizer that everyone will love! Creamy goat cheese mixed with thyme, breaded with Panko, and fried until crispy and golden. Then drizzled with honey, and sprinkled with finely chopped walnuts and almonds.

If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing easy appetizer, look no further than this Cheddar Cheese Ball recipe. It's perfect for the holidays or any gathering, and is always a hit! 

A zesty mix of cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and diced veggies is shaped into a football and covered with cheddar cheese.

All the Cheese Cheeseball is a crowd-pleaser! This delicious cheeseball is filled with six types of cheese and an oniony bite!

This pine cone cheese ball recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving. It is pretty to present and delicious to eat.

This cheese ball is for bacon lovers. Every bite is loaded with homemade bourbon bacon jam to make one irresistible cheese spread.

Mini goat cheese balls are an easy-to-make, elegant appetizer. Your guests will never know you didn’t spend a ton of time and energy making these pretty, tasty bites!

This ranch cheese has the flavors everyone loves with a kick of heat! It's topped with bacon, cheese, nuts, and chives for a festive, seasonal outer layer.

The best basic cheeseball recipe creates a savory appetizer you’ll love making. You’ll find yourself making this savory recipe over and over and customizing it for almost any holiday or occasion!