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Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball

Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball: A Festive Appetizer Delight

Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball is a delightful blend of creamy richness and sweet-tart cranberries, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened, use full-fat for a richer flavor.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Preferably block cheese, shredded for better texture.
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Chopped for even distribution; or substitute dried cherries.
  • 1/2 cup Pecans Chopped; can substitute with walnuts.
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans and Cranberries Reserved some for added color.

Equipment

  • stand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine ¼ cup chopped dried cranberries and ¼ cup finely chopped pecans in a small bowl and set aside.
  2. In a stand mixer, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until smooth.
  3. Fold in reserved ¼ cup chopped cranberries and ¼ cup chopped pecans.
  4. Shape the cheese mixture into a ball, approximately the size of a large grapefruit.
  5. Roll the cheese ball in the reserved bowl of cranberries and pecans until completely covered.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
  7. Serve with an assortment of crackers and fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This cheese ball can be prepared 1-2 days in advance for optimal flavor development.

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