Description
A creamy, tangy, and nutty appetizer that’s perfect for festive gatherings and holiday parties.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra pecans for coating
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Fold in the chopped dried cranberries.
- Add the chopped pecans and finely chopped green onions.
- Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball.
- Roll the cheese ball in extra chopped pecans.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Serve with an array of crackers and fresh fruit.
Notes
Ensure the cream cheese is well-softened for easy mixing, and refrigerate to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg