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Cranberry Pecan Cream Cheese Ball

A creamy holiday cheese ball with dried cranberries, crunchy pecans, and savory cheddar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Ball
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.75 cup dried cranberries divided
  • 0.25 cup green onions chopped
Coating
  • 1 cup pecans chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer or spoon
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Mix in cheese, seasonings, cranberries, and onions.
  3. Chill mixture until firm.
  4. Shape into a ball and roll in pecans and cranberries.

Notes

Let soften slightly before serving for best texture.