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Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball

A festive and delicious appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. This easy-to-make cranberry pecan cheese ball is creamy, sweet, and tangy, with a delightful crunch from the pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounces Cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Dried cranberries chopped
  • 1/2 cup Pecans chopped
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • Crackers, pretzels, or fruit for serving

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Serving Platter
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and smooth.
  2. Stir in the chopped cranberries, pecans, and salt. Mix until evenly distributed.
  3. Shape the mixture into a ball. You can do this directly in the bowl, or transfer it to a piece of plastic wrap for easier shaping.
  4. Refrigerate the cheese ball for at least 2 hours to allow it to firm up.
  5. Once chilled, roll the cheese ball in extra chopped pecans or cranberries (optional) for added texture and visual appeal.
  6. Serve with your favorite crackers, pretzels, or fruit slices. Enjoy!

Notes

For a richer flavor, use a flavored cream cheese such as cinnamon cream cheese. You can also add a sprinkle of orange zest for an extra layer of flavor.