Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
It wouldn't be the holiday season without a cheese ball, and with it's sweet and tangy flavors and festive colors, this cranberry studded appetizer is perfect for any holiday gathering.
Servings: 8 -10 servings
Calories: 252kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup dried cranberries chopped and divided
- 1 cup pecans toasted, chopped and divided
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, white cheddar, 1/2 cup of the cranberries, 1/2 cup of the pecans, green onions and onion salt. Mix well with a wooden spoon.
- Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a large piece of plastic wrap. Wrap completely as you form the mixture into a ball. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Just before serving, toss together the remaining cranberries and pecans, along with the fresh parsley in a shallow dish. Unwrap the cheese ball and roll in the cranberry/pecan mixture to coat.
- Serve at room temperature with crackers, bread, pretzels or vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 252kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 153mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g