A Delightful Treat for Any Occasion!
If you’re looking for the perfect appetizer that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress, look no further than the Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball! This delightful dish is creamy, flavorful, and a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Its sweet-tart cranberries balanced by the nutty crunch of pecans creates a symphony of flavors that are utterly irresistible.
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans chopped (plus extra for rolling)
- 1/4 cup green onions chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Honey for drizzling optional
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Begin by gathering and measuring out all your ingredients. Chop the cranberries, pecans, and green onions, ensuring they’re ready for mixing.
- Mix the Cheeses: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Use a hand mixer or spatula to blend until they’re creamy and fully incorporated.
- Add the Flavors: Stir in the chopped cranberries, pecans, green onions, garlic powder, and salt until evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
- Shape the Cheese Ball: With clean hands, form the cheese mixture into a ball shape. If you want, you can also make two smaller cheese balls; this allows for easy sharing!
- Roll in Nuts: Pour the extra chopped pecans onto a plate and roll the cheese ball in the nuts, ensuring it’s coated on all sides.
- Chill: Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour, allowing it to firm up and the flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Once set, place the cheese ball on a serving platter, drizzle with honey if desired, and serve with your favorite crackers, pita chips, or veggies.