Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
A creamy and nutty cheese ball featuring a delightful blend of cream cheese, cheddar, dried cranberries, and pecans, perfect for festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 120 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra pecans for coating
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese with the shredded cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle in the chopped dried cranberries and pecans.
- Add in the finely chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Use your hands to gently form the mixture into a ball shape.
- Roll the formed cheese ball in the additional chopped pecans until coated.
- Wrap the cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Serve with an assortment of crackers, baguette slices, or fresh fruit.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider chilling the cheese ball overnight. Always use softened cream cheese for a smooth mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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