Description
Celebrate the holiday season with this delightful Christmas Cheese Ball! In just five easy steps, you can create a creamy and flavorful cheese ball that’s perfect for gatherings. This dish brings warmth and nostalgia to your holiday table, making it an essential centerpiece. Pair it with crackers or veggies for a festive treat your guests will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup green onions, finely chopped
- ½ cup dried cranberries, chopped
- ½ cup pecans or walnuts, chopped and toasted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) – optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese and cheddar cheese until creamy.
- Stir in green onions, cranberries, garlic powder, and herbs until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands.
- Roll the cheese ball in the chopped nuts until fully coated.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 56g
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg