Cranberry Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball
This Cranberry Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball is a festive and flavorful appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. The creamy cheese base is studded with sweet pineapple and tart cranberries, then coated in crunchy pecans for a delightful combination of textures and tastes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces pineapple tidbits, well drained
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup pecan pieces, finely chopped
- Crackers, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, drained pineapple, chopped cranberries, green onions, and garlic powder. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Place the finely chopped pecan pieces in a shallow dish.
- Remove the cheese mixture from the refrigerator and shape it into a ball.
- Roll the cheese ball in the pecan pieces, pressing gently to help them adhere. Ensure the entire cheese ball is covered.
- Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the pecans to set.
- Serve chilled with crackers.
Notes
For a sweeter cheese ball, add 1-2 tablespoons of powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture. You can also substitute walnuts or almonds for the pecans.
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