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Source of protein and calcium; high in fat and sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Garlic cheese ball (30 g) has 103 calories. That works out to 342 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.6 g of carbs, 3.1 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g
103
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
3.1g
· 6% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 12% · Fat 82%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.73 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 51 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 205 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 200 g | 684 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 400 g | 1368 kcal |
Calculated from 342 calories per 100 g.
A garlic cheese ball is made by mixing softened cheese with garlic and seasonings, shaping the mixture into a ball, and chilling it until firm. Roll it in chopped herbs, nuts, or another coating just before serving for the best texture.
A garlic cheese ball usually contains soft cheese, garlic, and seasonings; many recipes also add herbs, shredded cheese, or chopped nuts. The exact ingredients vary, so the name describes a style of appetizer rather than one fixed recipe.
Cream cheese is a reliable base for a garlic cheese ball because it blends smoothly and firms up when chilled. You can mix in a little grated cheddar or another flavorful cheese, but too much can make the mixture crumbly.
Serve a garlic cheese ball with crackers, sliced baguette, or crisp vegetables such as celery, cucumber, and bell pepper. These give guests options for scooping or spreading it, while fruit such as grapes can balance its savory garlic flavor.
Yes, you can make a garlic cheese ball a day ahead. Shape it and refrigerate it in a covered container, then add a coating of herbs, nuts, or crunchy crumbs shortly before serving so the coating stays fresh.
A garlic cheese ball generally keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Use a clean knife or serving utensil, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
Yes, a garlic cheese ball can be frozen, though thawing may make its texture less smooth or slightly crumbly. Wrap it tightly, thaw it in the refrigerator, and stir or reshape it if needed before adding a fresh coating.
A garlic cheese ball is often too soft because the cheese mixture is warm or contains too much moisture. Chill it longer before shaping or serving; if it remains loose, mix in a little grated cheese or finely chopped nuts.
Use less raw garlic in a garlic cheese ball if you want a milder flavor; raw garlic can become more pronounced as the mixture rests. Fresh parsley or chives can soften the overall impression without masking the cheese.
Roll a garlic cheese ball in chopped parsley, chives, toasted nuts, cracked pepper, or finely crumbled crackers. Choose one coating that complements the cheese, and apply it shortly before serving so herbs stay bright and crunchy coatings do not soften.
Vitamins
B12
0.23µg · 10% DV
Vitamin A
87µg · 10% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.26µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
216mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
54mg · 8% DV
Selenium
4.14µg · 8% DV
Calcium
74mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
47mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 103 calories in 1 serving (medium) (30 g):
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A garlic cheese ball is a savoury appetiser made by blending soft cheese with garlic, often adding herbs or spices, then shaping the mixture into a ball. Recipes vary: some are kept simple, while others are coated with chopped herbs, nuts or other toppings. It is a party-style dish rather than one with a single fixed regional recipe.
Its texture is creamy and spreadable, with a salty, pungent garlic flavour. Serve it as a dip or spread with crackers, bread or crisp vegetables; it also works on a snack board alongside olives and fresh produce. It provides protein, but is rich in fat and sodium, so a modest portion is often satisfying. For a lighter spread, pair a little with plenty of cucumber, peppers or other crunchy vegetables.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.73g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.49g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.