Description
This Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball is the ultimate blend of savory and sweet, delivering a burst of flavor that delights the palate. Packed with creamy cheese, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans, it’s a festive treat that brings people together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chopped pecans (plus more for coating)
- ¼ cup sugar
- Optional: powdered sugar or extra pecans for rolling
Instructions
- Start your Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball by combining the cream cheese, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, grated Parmesan, sugar, and ground cinnamon in a large mixing bowl. Use a spatula or spoon to blend these ingredients thoroughly until they form a cohesive mixture.
- Once your mixture is well-combined, it’s time to form your cheese ball. Using your hands or a spatula, carefully shape the blended mixture into a ball.
- Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap, making sure it’s securely covered. Place it in the refrigerator and allow it to chill for at least two hours.
- Before serving, remove the cheese ball from the fridge and unwrap it. Roll the cheese ball in additional chopped pecans or powdered sugar for a sweet touch.
Notes
Make sure to soften your cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
Nutrition
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Protein: 6 g