Wasabi Ginger Cheese Ball

A cheese ball is a classic snack to have at a party, but why settle for a boring one? This Wasabi Ginger Cheese Ball brings a bold and sophisticated flavor to the mix.

Made with our Wasabi Sandwich Sauce, this is a memorable appetizer that will have guests begging you for the recipe!

Ingredients:

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (ground)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (ground or fresh minced)
  • 2 tablespoon ponzu sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Beano’s Wasabi Sandwich Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons white and black sesame seeds 

Directions:

  1. With a hand mixer (or stand mixer) cream together the cream cheese and mozzarella cheese until combined.
  2. Add the white pepper, ginger, 1 1/2 teaspoons Wasabi Sandwich Sauce, and ponzu sauce.
  3. Mix together to incorporate fully.
  4. Mold into a ball.
  5. Wrap in plastic wrap.
  6. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.  Overnight is best.
  7. When ready to serve, unwrap the cheese ball.
  8. Brush the cheese ball with prepared 1/2 teaspoon Wasabi Sandwich Sauce.
  9. Roll in a mixture of black and white toasted sesame seeds.
  10. Serve with rice crackers or regular crackers!