Description

This Cranberry Pecan Cheese is a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that combines cream cheese, dried cranberries, and pecans, resulting in a creamy, sweet, and crunchy spread that is perfect for any gathering or as a special treat at home.

Ingredients

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2 packages (8 ounces each) Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup Dried Cranberries, finely chopped
1 cup Pecans, finely chopped (plus extra for rolling, if desired)
2 tablespoons Fresh Green Onions, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
½ teaspoon Sea Salt
¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup (optional, for a touch of sweetness)

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Instructions

Soften the cream cheese to room temperature
Finely chop dried cranberries and pecans; thinly slice green onions
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and optional honey or maple syrup
Add chopped cranberries, chopped pecans, sliced green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper to the bowl
Mix all ingredients until well combined
Shape the mixture into a ball or log, or press into a serving dish
Roll in extra pecans or cranberries if desired
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours (or overnight)
Serve with crackers, bread, or vegetables

Notes

Allow the cheese ball to soften slightly before serving for easier spreading.

Store tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Category: Appetizer
Method: Mixing and Chilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ounce
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg