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A nostalgic, savory, creamy cheese ball loaded with chipped beef, green onions, cheddar, and seasonings. Perfect for parties, holidays, and easy entertaining.

Creamed Chipped Beef Cheese Ball

A nostalgic, savory, creamy cheese ball loaded with chipped beef, green onions, cheddar, and seasonings. Perfect for parties, holidays, and easy entertaining.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 jar 5–6 oz dried chipped beef, finely chopped
  • 3 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Optional: splash hot sauce or pinch paprika
  • Reserved chopped chipped beef for coating
  • Optional: chopped parsley or chives

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • - Hand mixer
  • Plastic wrap
  • Cutting board and knife
  • - Plate for rolling
  • - Serving platter

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Stir in chopped chipped beef (reserve some for coating), green onions, cheddar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
  3. Transfer mixture onto plastic wrap and shape into a ball or log. Chill for 1–2 hours.
  4. Place reserved chipped beef (and optional parsley/chives) on a plate and roll chilled cheese ball in the mixture to coat.
  5. Serve with crackers, pretzels, vegetables, or baguette slices. Keep refrigerated until serving.

Notes

For a spicier version, add jalapeños or extra hot sauce. Can be made ahead up to 24 hours. Flavor improves as it rests.