Description
Delight your guests with this irresistible Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball, the perfect festive appetizer for holiday celebrations. This easy-to-make cheese ball combines the sweet and tart flavor of dried cranberries with creamy, rich cheeses and crunchy pecans. With just a few simple steps, you can create an elegant cheese spread that pairs beautifully with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh fruit. Ideal for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any gathering, this versatile dish is sure to be a hit at your next party. Plus, it can be made ahead of time for added convenience—just let the flavors meld overnight in the fridge!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, Parmesan cheese, sugar, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap for even form if desired.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- When ready to serve, unwrap and enjoy with crackers or sliced bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g)
- Calories: 104
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg