Creamy, sweet, and savory all in one bite! This beautiful cheese ball is the perfect holiday party appetizer!

Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball Recipe

If you have absolutely no idea what to bring to your next holiday party – BRING THIS Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball!

YES, I AM SHOUTING! You will thank me! This got rave reviews at church gathering I recently brought it to. We couldn’t stop eating it – it’s just so delicious! It checks all of the boxes – it’s easy to make, you can make it ahead, it’s perfect for holiday parties, potlucks, or cozy gatherings. And it’s classic, elegant, and irresistibly delicious!

Have I mentioned how delicious this stuff is?! It’s so addicting!

If you are looking for more appetizers, try some of my other favorites like Parmesan Party Bread, Cranberry Brie Bites, Cheese & Cracker Pumpkin Pies, or Tomato Basil Bruschetta, too!

What You’ll Need:

2 (8 oz) Cream Cheese, Softened
1 cup White Cheddar Cheese, Shredded
1 cup Dried Cranberries, Roughly Chopped
1 cup Pecans, Finely Chopped
2 tbsp Fresh Chives, Chopped

How to Make a Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball

In a large bowl, beat together 2 (8 oz) softened cream cheese, 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup roughly chopped dried cranberries, 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives.
Scrape down sides of the bowl, bringing the mixture to the center. This will make about 3 cups.
Set out a piece of 10″ x 10″ plastic wrap.
Using greased hands, form the cream cheese mixture into a ball and place onto the plastic wrap. Bring the edges of the plastic wrap around the cheese ball to seal. Let chill in the refrigerator until firm.
On a plate, combine 1/2 cup roughly chopped dried cranberries, 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives.
Remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator and unwrap.
Roll into the mixture on the plate, pressing slightly into it to cover the cheese ball entirely.
Let sit at room temperature to soften for about 20 minutes before serving.
Serve with crackers.

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Yield: 16

Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball

Name: Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 16
Ingredients: 2 (8 oz) Cream Cheese, Softened; 1 cup White Cheddar Cheese, Shredded; 1 cup Dried Cranberries, Roughly Chopped; 1 cup Pecans, Finely Chopped; 2 tbsp Fresh Chives, Chopped

Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball, creamy, sweet, and savory all in one bite! This beautiful cheese ball is the perfect holiday party appetizer!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Additional Time 1 hour

Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients

2 (8 oz) Cream Cheese, Softened
1 cup White Cheddar Cheese, Shredded
1 cup Dried Cranberries, Roughly Chopped
1 cup Pecans, Finely Chopped
2 tbsp Fresh Chives, Chopped

Instructions

In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, and 1 tbsp chopped chives.
Scrape down sides of the bowl, bringing the mixture to the center. This will make about 3 cups.
Set out a piece of 10" x 10" plastic wrap.
Using greased hands, form the cream cheese mixture into a ball and place onto the plastic wrap. Bring the edges of the plastic wrap around the cheese ball to seal. Let chill in the refrigerator until firm.
On a plate, combine 1/2 cup cup chopped dried cranberries, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, and 1 tbsp chopped chives.
Remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator and unwrap.
Roll into the mixture on the plate, pressing slightly into it to cover the cheese ball entirely.
Let sit at room temperature to soften for about 20 minutes before serving.
Serve with crackers.

Notes

Recipe Credit:I Am Homesteader