Sea Butter Cheese Ball

Elevate your appetizer game with the indulgent and ocean-inspired Sea Butter Cheese Ball! Combining the rich creaminess of cream cheese and butter with the bold flavors of sharp cheddar, succulent crab meat, and smoky salmon, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. Fresh green onions, vibrant dill, and a touch of garlic powder add layers of brightness, while a hint of lemon juice keeps the flavors perfectly balanced. Rolled in a crunchy coating of panko breadcrumbs (with an optional dash of Old Bay seasoning for a coastal flair), this cheese ball delivers both texture and taste. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate make-ahead dish to impress your guests at any gathering. Serve it with crisp crackers, rustic bread, or fresh veggies for an irresistible bite of creamy seafood decadence!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
• 4 tbsp Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Cooked crab meat, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Smoked salmon, finely chopped
• 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
• 2 tsp Dill, fresh and chopped
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs (for coating)
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional, for coating)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, cooked crab meat, smoked salmon, green onions, chopped dill, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 3

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add a pinch of salt or more dill if desired.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands. If the mixture is too soft, refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes until it's firm enough to handle.

Step 5

In a shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs with the optional Old Bay seasoning. Roll the cheese ball in the mixture until fully coated.

Step 6

Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the cheese ball to firm up.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers, bread slices, or fresh veggies.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(912.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2475.4

Total Fat 174.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 647.5mg	0%
Sodium 5814.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 124.9g	0%

Vitamin D 839.5IU	0%
Calcium 1371.8mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1580.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.6%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 17.5%