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Festive Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball

Festive Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball That's Easy to Love

Discover the irresistible Festive Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball, a creamy and tangy appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 cheese balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 ounces Goat Cheese softened
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 unit Lemon Zest from one lemon
For the Coating
  • ½ cup Dried Cranberries chopped
  • ½ cup Pecans finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Parsley fresh, chopped
Extras for Serving
  • 1 package Pretzel Sticks

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Large Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • 1-inch cookie scoop
  • Parchment-Lined Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the dried cranberries, finely chopped pecans, and fresh parsley. Mix until evenly blended and colorful.
  2. In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to blend softened goat cheese and cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes on medium speed.
  3. Add honey and lemon zest, mixing well to create a creamy, flavorful base.
  4. Scoop out portions of the cheese mixture using a cookie scoop, shaping them into smooth balls.
  5. Roll each ball gently in the reserved coating mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  6. Arrange the coated cheese balls on a serving tray or on a baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  7. Insert a pretzel stick into each cheese ball for serving, and enjoy with crackers or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cheese ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mg

Notes

Ensure the cheese mixture is well-blended for a creamy texture. Chill thoroughly for best presentation and flavor.

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