Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
This Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball is a festive and flavorful appetizer that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. Made with cream cheese, sharp cheddar, dried cranberries, and crunchy pecans, it pairs perfectly with crackers or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 cheese ball (10 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (60 g) dried cranberries, chopped
- ¼ cup (30 g) chopped pecans (plus ½ cup for coating)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
- Crackers, fresh veggies, or bread slices for serving
Instructions
- Mix the cheese ball:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped cranberries, ¼ cup pecans, honey, garlic powder, and thyme (if using). Mix until well combined.
- Shape the ball:
- Scoop the mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap. Use the wrap to shape it into a ball. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Prepare the coating:
- Spread the remaining ½ cup of chopped pecans on a plate. Add additional chopped cranberries if desired for extra color.
- Coat the cheese ball:
- Remove the cheese ball from the fridge and unwrap it. Roll the ball in the pecan mixture, pressing gently to ensure it adheres evenly.
- Serve:
- Place the cheese ball on a serving platter and surround it with crackers, fresh veggies, or bread slices.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the cheese mixture.
- The cheese ball can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Find it online: https://ukfinda.com/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball/