Cranberry Cheese Ball
This Cranberry Cheese Ball is creamy, slightly tangy, and perfectly balanced with sweet cranberries and crunchy nuts. It’s quick to prepare, easy to serve, and ideal for holiday entertaining.
Ingredients
- 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions or chives, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
For the coating:
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chopped cranberries, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using clean hands or plastic wrap.
- Wrap tightly and refrigerate for 1 hour to firm up.
- Mix the chopped cranberries and nuts for the coating.
- Roll the chilled cheese ball in the coating until evenly covered.
Notes
- Full-fat cream cheese gives the best texture.
- Chill well before rolling to keep the shape firm.
- Chop cranberries finely for even coating.
- Adjust seasoning to taste before chilling.
- Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.