Description
A creamy, tangy cranberry pecan cheeseball — a festive and easy appetizer for holidays and parties.
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans, divided
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp finely diced green onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
1. Combine cream cheese, cheddar, cranberries, parsley, green onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix in half of the chopped pecans.
3. Shape into a ball and roll in remaining pecans.
4. Wrap tightly and chill at least 1 hour before serving.
5. Serve with crackers or fresh veggies.
Notes
Make ahead by preparing 1 day in advance.
Store refrigerated for up to 5 days.
Freeze before rolling in nuts for up to 1 month; thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour chilling
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
