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Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Ball Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Ball is a festive and creamy appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Combining softened cream cheese, sharp white cheddar, dried cranberries, pecans, and zesty seasonings, this no-cook cheese ball is rolled in extra pecans for a crunchy exterior. It’s simple to prepare ahead of time and pairs beautifully with crackers, pretzels, or apple slices for a crowd-pleasing starter.

Ingredients

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Cheese Mixture

  • 2 (8-ounce) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (plus extra for coating)
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, shredded sharp white cheddar, chopped dried cranberries, chopped pecans, finely chopped green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
  2. Shape the Cheese Ball: Using clean hands or a spatula, form the cheese mixture into a ball shape. Make sure it is compact and holds together well for easy coating.
  3. Coat with Pecans: On a plate, spread out additional chopped pecans. Roll the cheese ball in the chopped pecans until it is evenly coated all around for added crunch and flavor.
  4. Chill: Wrap the coated cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling firms up the cheese ball to make slicing or serving easier.
  5. Serve: Once chilled, serve the cranberry pecan cream cheese ball with your choice of crackers, pretzels, or apple slices for a delicious appetizer.

Notes

  • You can prepare this cheese ball up to 3 days in advance, making it perfect for holiday planning.
  • For an enhanced nutty flavor, toast the pecans briefly before chopping and mixing them in.
  • If preferred, shape the cheese mixture into a log instead of a ball for easier slicing and serving.

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