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A festive cranberry pecan cheese ball coated in toasted nuts and dried fruit on a wooden serving board.
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Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 285kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup pecans , toasted and chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries, whole or roughly chopped (for coating)

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup chopped cranberries, green onions, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
  • Form the cheese mixture into a large ball using your hands or plastic wrap.
  • In a shallow dish, combine the chopped toasted pecans and the 1/2 cup of coating cranberries.
  • Roll the cheese ball in the pecan-cranberry mixture, pressing firmly so the coating adheres to the entire surface.
  • Wrap the cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm before serving.
  • Serve chilled with crackers, crostini, or apple slices.