Cheese Ball with Cranberries and Pecans
This delightful cheese ball combines cream cheese, cheddar cheese, cranberries, and pecans for a perfect party snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
Instructions
- On a small plate, mix ¼ cup of dried cranberries and ¼ cup of pecans. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, blend the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth. Tip: Ensure your cream cheese is well-softened to avoid lumps.
- Add the remaining dried cranberries and pecans to the cheese mixture and mix well.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and roll it in the reserved cranberry and pecan mixture. Tip: Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking while shaping.
- Serve on a plate or platter with crackers. Tip: Choose a variety of crackers for added texture and flavor.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can add a dash of garlic powder or a sprinkle of fresh herbs to the cheese mixture before shaping it into a ball.