Cream Cheese Mascarpone Keto Cheese Ball

This cream cheese mascarpone keto cheese ball is a fun and delicious appetizer! Get ready for the recipe requests whenever you serve this!

This cream cheese mascarpone keto cheese ball is creamy, low carb, and delicious! Combining cream cheese and mascarpone gives this cheese ball a rich creamy texture that can’t be beat. I hope you and your family enjoy this appetizer as much as we do!

What is the difference between cream cheese and mascarpone cheese?

Cream cheese and mascarpone cheese have quite a few similarities. They look similar to one another, both are made from cow’s milk, both are white, and both are creamy. There are, however, some distinct differences between the two. Mascarpone originated in Italy, while cream cheese originated in America. They do taste a bit different, with mascarpone being a bit sweeter and cream cheese being more on the tangy side. Cream cheese is firmer while mascarpone has a creamier texture. The biggest difference between the two is the amount of milk fat that each contains. Mascarpone has a much higher fat content than cream cheese. The fat content of cream cheese is typically 30-40%. Mascarpone, on the other hand, contains approximately 60-75% fat.

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Let’s talk about the ingredients in this cream cheese mascarpone keto cheese ball!

We start with the awesome combination of cream cheese and mascarpone cheese. If you can’t find mascarpone, you can use 16 ounces of cream cheese for this cheese ball. It won’t be as smooth and creamy; but it will still be delicious! I use freshly shredded colby jack cheese for this cheese ball. You can use cheddar if you’d prefer. A small amount of chopped green onions adds to the color, taste, and texture of this cheese ball. Tamari provides excellent flavor, along with a little garlic powder and smoked paprika. I love to roll my cheese balls in finely chopped pecans. You could substitute finely chopped almonds or walnuts if you’d like.

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Do you have any tips for making and serving this cream cheese mascarpone keto cheese ball?

This is a fun and easy recipe, but there are a few things you can do to ensure yours comes out perfectly. First, make sure your cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, and shredded cheese are all softened before using. Next, I highly recommend shredding your own cheese. It helps to bring the perfect texture to this creamy cheese ball. After all your ingredients are mixed together well, you can either make one large or two smaller cheese balls. It’s important to then wrap your cheese ball(s) in plastic wrap and refrigerate 1-2 hours or overnight before rolling in the nuts. Last, I recommend finely chopping the nuts for this recipe and rolling your cheese ball in the nuts just before serving.

You have some great keto and low carb options to serve with this cheese ball. Serving alongside your favorite keto raw veggies always works well. Broccoli, cauliflower, celery, and sliced peppers are some fun options. You can also serve with your favorite keto chips or crackers. Another great idea is to serve with cheese whisps or pork rinds. Don’t ask me how I know, but a plain spoonful or three😊 of this cheese ball tastes awesome all by itself.

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Here are some more keto appetizer recipes for you!

Keto Mini Salami Cup Appetizers

Keto 7 Later Taco Dip

Low Carb Ranch Guacamole

Moons on a Cloud Keto Appetizer

Helpful Hints:

*You’ll want your cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, and shredded cheese softened before mixing.

*For the best results, roll your cheese ball in the finely chopped nuts just before serving.

Main Kitchen Equipment and Utensils:

• Medium mixing bowl
• Measuring spoons

Splash of Encouragement:

***Wisdom is the principal thing; Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding. Proverbs 4:7***