Carrot Cheeseball combines the creamy richness of Boursin with the sharp bite of Cheddar, all shaped like a carrot! Perfect with crackers, cold cuts, and fresh veggies.
An Easy, One-Ingredient Cheeseball!
Easter is busy, so an easy shortcut is always a win! This festive Carrot Cheeseball uses just one ingredient—Boursin cheese.
If you haven’t tried Boursin, it’s a creamy, herb-filled cheese made with cow’s milk and butter. Perfect for spreading or filling, it comes in flavors like garlic & herb, pepper, and spicy chili. The garlic & herb version is my favorite for this cheeseball!
How To Make A Carrot Cheeseball (Tips)
- Cheeses: Garlic & herb Boursin tastes best with sharp Cheddar for a bold, savory flavor.
- Shred your own Cheddar: Use a box grater for better texture and flavor—bagged cheese has extras that change the texture.
- Wrap in plastic to shape: Mold it into a carrot shape, then chill until firm.
- Let it chill: A firm cheeseball is easier to shape and helps the Cheddar stick.
- Press lightly: Gently press on the grated Cheddar to keep the carrot shape.
- Make it fun to serve: Use greens to make it look like it’s in a garden or place it on a wooden board for a rustic touch.
- This will go fast: Make a double batch so there’s plenty to share!
Serve Carrot Cheeseball Alongside:
So many great pairings for this festive cheeseball!
- Crackers: Try butter crackers, breadsticks, or pita chips.
- Bread: Serve with toasted baguette slices or mini crostini.
- Veggies: Fresh celery, bell peppers, olives, and cherry tomatoes—but you have to include carrots!
- Meat: Add prosciutto, salami, or ham for a heartier bite.
- Fruit: Grapes, apples, and pears add a sweet contrast.
- Dips: Pair with hummus, guacamole, or spinach-artichoke dip.
Storage
This Carrot Cheeseball is best eaten right after it’s assembled!
More Festive Easter Recipes:
- Bunny Bait a white chocolate snack mix
- Easter Treats with free printable bag toppers!
- One Hour Easter Dinner made on two sheet pans
- Easter Cupcakes with cream cheese frosting
- Carrot Cake with candied pecans
Carrot Cheeseball
This adorable Carrot Cheeseball brings together the creamy goodness of Boursin with the intense flavor of Cheddar.
Ingredients
- 1 (5.2-ounce) package Boursin cheese see note 1
- 1/3 cup sharp Cheddar cheese freshly shredded, see note 2
- 1 bunch curly parsley
- Serving suggestions see note 3
Instructions
- Lay out a large sheet of plastic wrap. Unwrap the Boursin cheese and place it on the plastic wrap.
- Tightly wrap the cheese in the plastic wrap, forming a cone shape resembling a carrot. Freeze for 15 minutes or refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Before serving, unwrap the cheese "carrot" and gently press the freshly grated Cheddar cheese onto the surface to cover it evenly. Detach a generous amount of parsley from the bunch and position it at the top of the carrot for the stem.
- Serve with crackers and cold cuts as desired.
Recipe Notes
Note 1: Boursin cheese is widely available in grocery stores and comes in various flavors. The garlic and herb flavor works best for this cheeseball. For a homemade cheeseball, consider our Cheeseball Recipe or Pistachio Goat Cheeseball instead!
Note 2: For best results, grate your own sharp Cheddar cheese using the large holes of a box grater. Fresh is best in this recipe; packaged shredded cheese often contains additives that affect the taste.
Note 3: Serve the cheeseball with your choice of crackers such as crispy breadsticks, butter crackers, or pita chips. You can also include sliced toasted baguette or mini crostini for bread, along with cold cuts like salami, pepperoni, or deli meats, and fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, bell peppers, olives, and cherry tomatoes.
Note 4: Wrap the leftover cheeseball tightly in plastic wrap or foil and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 307mg | Potassium: 173mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 3003IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 133mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
