In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened goat cheese, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper until the texture is uniform and smooth.

Portion the cheese mixture into approximately 1-tablespoon amounts and roll between palms to form uniform spheres.

Place the spheres on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes to ensure structural integrity for coating.

In a shallow vessel, whisk together the chopped cranberries, chopped pecans, and minced chives until evenly distributed.

Remove cheese balls from refrigeration and roll each individual sphere in the cranberry-nut mixture, applying light pressure to ensure full surface coverage.

Arrange the coated cheese balls on a chilled serving platter and drizzle with hot honey immediately prior to service.