Description
Cranberry Pecan Holiday Cheese Ball is a classic festive appetizer made with a creamy, savory cheese mixture rolled in sweet dried cranberries and crunchy pecans, perfect for holiday entertaining.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
- Crackers or pretzels, for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up slightly.
- In a separate bowl, mix chopped cranberries and pecans.
- Shape the cheese mixture into a ball.
- Roll the cheese ball in the cranberry-pecan mixture until fully coated.
- Wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve with crackers or pretzels.
Notes
- Make ahead up to 2 days for best flavor.
- Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
- Walnuts can be used instead of pecans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American