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Irresistible Cheese Ball Recipe with Pecans and Cranberries

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This irresistible cheese ball combines creamy cheese, sweet cranberries, and crunchy toasted pecans for a perfect appetizer that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
  • 3/4 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnish: Fresh parsley or additional pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prep: Toast the pecans in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool.
  2. Combine the base: In a large mixing bowl, add softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the mix-ins: Fold in chopped cranberries, toasted pecans, and green onions. Mix until evenly distributed.
  4. Shape the cheese ball: Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on the counter. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the wrap and form it into a ball. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  5. Coat the cheese ball: Remove the cheese ball from the plastic wrap and roll it in additional chopped pecans and cranberries until fully coated.
  6. Serve: Place on a serving platter, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve with crackers, veggie sticks, or bread slices.

Notes

[‘Make sure cream cheese is completely softened for easy mixing.’, ‘Toast the pecans to enhance their nutty flavor.’, ‘Refrigerate the cheese ball for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and firm up.’, ‘Customize mix-ins to suit your taste, such as adding jalapeños for a spicy kick.’]

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Keywords: cheese ball, appetizer, holiday recipe, pecans, cranberries, party food

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