Onion Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
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4.4
Onion Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
Description
The Onion Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball starts with a base of softened cream cheese mixed smoothly with sharp white cheddar, creating a rich and creamy center. Fresh green onions and parsley add brightness, while dried cranberries contribute a sweet-tart note. The cheese mixture is shaped into a ball and rolled in toasted chopped pecans, giving a crunchy outer layer. Chilling the ball for at least four hours allows the flavors to blend, resulting in a cohesive and flavorful appetizer. The texture balances creamy cheese with crunchy nuts and the occasional chew from cranberries. This cheese ball can be sliced onto crackers or bread and served at parties or as a snack.
To toast the pecans, you can bake them tossed in olive oil at 350°F for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or cook them on a stovetop skillet over medium heat for 2-5 minutes. Cool and chop before coating the cheese ball. Wrapping and refrigerating the cheese ball overnight enhances the integration of flavors, making it more flavorful when served chilled.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, sharp, white
- 1 cup craisins (dried cranberries)
- ½ cup green onions thinly sliced
- ¼ cup parsley chopped, fresh
- 1 ⅓ cups pecan halves chopped (see note, toasted
Instructions
- Stir together the cream cheese and cheddar in a large mixing bowl until evenly combined.
- Add the Craisins, green onions, and parsley to the cheese and mix until incorporated.
- Spread the chopped toasted pecans in a pie plate or shallow bowl.
- Form the cheese mixture into a ball shape. Then roll the cheese ball around on the pecans to completely coat the outside of the ball.
- Completely cover the cheese ball with plastic wrap. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours to overnight to allow the flavors to marry together.
- Unwrap and serve with your favorite crackers for dipping.
Notes
- To toast pecans, either roast them on a baking sheet at 350°F for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, or cook in a skillet over medium heat for 2-5 minutes. Cool before chopping.
- Chill the cheese ball at least 4 hours or overnight to let flavors blend well.
- Serve chilled with your choice of crackers for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 302 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 302kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 221mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 130mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 715IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 198mg | 20% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.4
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