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Description
This Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball features a creamy texture and an irresistible mix of sweet cranberries and crunchy pecans, making it an ideal appetizer for any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup dried cranberries, roughly chopped
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Beat together softened cream cheese and shredded white cheddar until fluffy.
- Fold in chopped dried cranberries, pecans, and chives until well combined.
- Form the cheese mixture into a ball using plastic wrap.
- Chill for at least an hour to firm up.
- Combine remaining cranberries, pecans, and chives for coating.
- Roll cheese ball in coating mixture and serve after warming briefly.
Notes
Prepare up to a day in advance for enhanced flavor.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
