Description

This Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball features a blend of creamy cheeses, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans, making it a must-try appetizer for all occasions. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for parties, offering a delightful contrast of flavors and textures that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Two 8 oz packages of cream cheese, softened
1 cup of white cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup of dried cranberries, roughly chopped
1 cup of pecans, finely chopped
2 tablespoons of fresh chives, chopped

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, ½ cup of cranberries, ½ cup of pecans, and 1 tablespoon of chives. Blend until smooth.
Spoon the mixture onto plastic wrap, shape it into a ball, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Combine remaining cranberries, pecans, and chives on a plate.
Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in the coating until fully covered.
Let the cheese ball rest for 20 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is completely softened for easier mixing.
The cheese ball can be made a day in advance; the flavors will meld beautifully.
Try different nuts or spices to customize the flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 oz
Calories: 100
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg