Festive Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball (Print-Friendly Format)
Soft cheeses blended with tangy cranberries, crunchy pecans, and zesty herbs, perfect for any festive gathering.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Topping
01 -
120 ml dried cranberries
02 -
80 ml fresh parsley, finely chopped
03 -
180 ml pecans, finely chopped
→ Cheese Mixture
04 -
225 g goat cheese, softened
05 -
3.5 g freshly grated lemon zest
06 -
115 g cream cheese, softened
07 -
15 ml honey
→ For Serving
08 -
15 pretzel sticks
# How to Make It:
01 -
In a medium bowl, mix dried cranberries, finely chopped pecans, and fresh parsley together until evenly combined. Set aside.
02 -
In a large bowl, combine goat cheese, cream cheese, honey, and freshly grated lemon zest. Mix thoroughly until the texture is smooth and creamy with no lumps.
03 -
Using a 2.5 cm cookie scoop, portion the cheese mixture and roll each portion between your palms to form smooth, uniform balls.
04 -
Roll each cheese ball in the cranberry, pecan, and parsley mixture, ensuring even coverage on all sides.
05 -
Place coated cheese balls on a parchment-lined tray and chill for at least 60 minutes. Before serving, insert a pretzel stick into the center of each cheese ball.
# Extra Tips:
01 -
For the best flavor, use freshly grated lemon zest and allow cheeses to fully soften at room temperature before blending.