Description
A festive and creamy cranberry pecan cheese ball that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. This delightful appetizer combines cream cheese, dried cranberries, and crunchy pecans for a sweet and savory treat.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package of softened cream cheese
- 1 cup of dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup of chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine cream cheese, dried cranberries, chopped pecans, Parmesan cheese, sugar, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
- Mix thoroughly until smooth and well-blended.
- Form the mixture into a round ball shape.
- Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- Before serving, unwrap and roll in chopped pecans or powdered sugar if desired.
- Serve with crackers or slices of bread.
Notes
For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like chives or parsley. Allow the cheese ball to chill longer if it’s too soft.
