Christmas Tree Cheese Ball
The Christmas Tree Cheese Ball is creamy, savory, and visually festive.It works well as a make-ahead holiday appetizer.The recipe is flexible and easy to customize.It adds charm and flavor to any celebration.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans
- Pretzel sticks (for the tree trunk)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese and cheddar until smooth.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into a cone resembling a tree.
- Chill for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Coat the cheese ball with parsley and dill evenly.
- Gently press chopped pecans onto the surface.
Notes
- Always use softened cream cheese for smooth mixing.
- Fresh herbs give the best color and flavour.
- Chill before decorating for cleaner shaping.
- Adjust salt depending on cheese used.
- Add pretzels just before serving.