Description
This Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball Recipe is the perfect festive appetizer for your holiday gatherings. Combining sweet dried cranberries and crunchy pecans with creamy, tangy cream cheese results in a delightful flavor explosion that’s sure to impress your guests. With just a hint of cinnamon, this elegant cheese ball is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to pair with an array of snacks like crackers, fresh bread, or even crispy veggies. Make it ahead of time and let it chill in the fridge for a couple of hours (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy this delicious treat at your next celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8-ounce) package of softened cream cheese
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, Parmesan cheese, sugar, and cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a round ball using plastic wrap for easier handling.
- Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Serve chilled with your favorite crackers or fresh bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g)
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 13mg