Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
Searching for a holiday appetizer that’s simple, festive, and delicious? Look no further than a cranberry pecan cheese ball! It’s rich, tangy, slightly sweet, and packed with the irresistible crunch of pecans.
Servings: 12 Servings
Calories: 53kcal
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Cutting Board
- Knives
Ingredients
- 1 block Cream Cheese Full Fat, room temperature
- 1 cup Cheddar Shredded
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ cup Dried Cranberries Chopped, plus more for rolling
- ¼ cup Pecans Chopped, plus more for rolling
Instructions
- Mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, cranberries, pecans, and garlic powder together. Shape into a ball and chill until firm (about 1-2 hours). Roll in more dried cranberries and chopped pecans if you would like.
Notes
- If you’re in a rush, pop the cheese ball in the freezer for 20–30 minutes to firm it up quickly.
- Serve this cheese ball with your favorite dippers. I love using carrot sticks, celery sticks, or the classic Ritz cracker.
- You can easily double or triple this recipe if you are serving a crowd of people. Just make sure you have a big enough tray!
Nutrition
Calories: 53kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 94mg | Potassium: 13mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.2mg