Description
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of this Festive Cheese Ball Delight. Perfect for any gathering, this crowd-pleasing appetizer combines softened cream cheese and sharp cheddar with fresh herbs and crunchy pecans, all beautifully presented to elevate your holiday table. Easy to prepare and customizable, it promises to be the star of your next party!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 tbsp fresh chives (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ cup pecans (chopped, lightly toasted)
- Assorted crackers or fresh veggies for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, grated sharp cheddar, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, chives, and parsley. Mix until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a round ball using your hands.
- Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans until fully coated.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up.
- Serve chilled on a platter with assorted crackers or veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg