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Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball

Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball: A Creamy Holiday Delight

Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball is a creamy, festive appetizer perfect for any gathering, offering a delightful blend of tangy cheese, tart cranberries, and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Goat Cheese or cream cheese for a milder taste
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese or vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free version
  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Chopped Cranberries substitute with dried cherries or chopped dried apricots
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or walnuts or almonds for variety
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • cookie scoop
  • electric mixer
  • Parchment Paper
  • serving tray

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped cranberries, chopped pecans, and fresh parsley. Stir well until evenly distributed.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, honey, and lemon zest. Blend on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  3. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the cheese mixture and roll into 1-inch balls.
  4. Roll each cheese ball in the cranberry-pecan-parsley mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  5. Arrange the coated cheese balls on a serving tray and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  6. Insert a pretzel stick into the center of each cheese ball before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheese ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the cheese mixture is well blended to avoid lumps and maintain a creamy texture. Chill the cheese balls to hold their shape and enhance serving ease.

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