Variation
Prepare using PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese Spread and KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese.
Variation
For a change of pace, substitute KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese for the mozzarella, and 2 Tbsp. each chopped fresh parsley, fresh basil and chives for the dried seasonings.
Make Ahead
Cheese balls can be refrigerated up to 2 weeks before serving.
Substitute
Substitute 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened, and 1 finely chopped green onion for the cream cheese spread.
Substitute
Substitute 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes for the chopped cooked bacon.
Substitute
Substitute 1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Natural Three Cheese Crumbles for the shredded mozzarella.
Variation
For a change of pace, substitute KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese for the mozzarella and 2 Tbsp. each chopped fresh parsley, fresh basil and chives for the dried seasonings. Or, substitute 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes for the chopped cooked bacon.
Serving Suggestion
Serve with your favorite crackers, such as RITZ.