Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
Description
Make this cranberry and pecan cheese ball recipe for Thanksgiving, Christmas or any other fall & winter gatherings.
Ingredients
- 8 oz goat cheese softened
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp blue cheese crumbles
- 3 tbsp toasted pecans finely chopped
- 5 1/2 tbsp chopped Craisins
- 1 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 1/2 tbsp minced fresh chives
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt
- 4 tbsp toasted pecans roughly chopped
- Assorted crackers for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, blue cheese, finely chopped pecans, 2½ tablespoons of the Craisins, parsley, chives, and salt.
- Push the cheese into the center of the bowl and form into a ball. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour or up to overnight.
- Remove the chilled cheese from the bowl. Use your hands to roll into a ball. (Pro tip: Use the plastic wrap while shaping the cheese for less mess and a smoother shape!)
- Place the pecans and Craisins on separate plates. Roll the cheese ball in the toasted pecans first, then roll in the Craisins. Gently press the toppings into the cheese ball. Keep rolling, alternating between pecans and Craisins, and pressing until the cheese ball is completely coated.
- Serve on a platter with crackers on the side.
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