Description
A delightful blend of creamy cheese, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried herbs (e.g., thyme, parsley)
- 1/4 cup additional pecans for coating
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped cranberries, chopped pecans, green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and dried herbs.
- Mix until well combined, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed and the mixture is smooth.
- Using your hands, shape the mixture into a ball, making sure it’s tightly formed.
- Roll the cheese ball in the reserved chopped pecans to coat the outside, giving it a lovely crunchy texture.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 5 days before serving, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
Serve with crackers, veggies, or bread. Great for gatherings and can be made in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 135 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg