Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
Elevate your holiday gatherings with this delightful Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball Recipe. This elegant appetizer combines the tangy sweetness of dried cranberries with creamy cheese and crunchy pecans, creating a flavor explosion that is sure to impress your guests. Perfect for any occasion, this no-bake cheese ball pairs beautifully with an assortment of crackers, fresh vegetables, or slices of bread. Simple to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a festive addition to your appetizer spread that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
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, grated Parmesan cheese, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a round ball using your hands or plastic wrap for easier handling.
- Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld; overnight is recommended for best results.
- Once chilled, unwrap the cheese ball and serve with assorted crackers or slices of bread.
- For an extra festive touch, roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce (28g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 99mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 12mg