Cranberry Walnut Cheese Ball
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Cranberry Walnut Cheese Ball—a creamy, savory, and slightly sweet centerpiece perfect for any gathering. This easy no-cook recipe combines tangy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and a satisfying crunch of chopped walnuts, complemented by bursts of sweetness from dried cranberries and fresh flavor from green onions. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this festive cheese ball can be made ahead, chilled to perfection, and optionally rolled in finely chopped pecans for an extra layer of texture. Serve it with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing dish that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or need a quick potluck treat, this Cranberry Walnut Cheese Ball is the ultimate combination of flavor and convenience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.75 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.75 cup Chopped walnuts
- 2 stalks Green onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Pecans, finely chopped (optional for coating)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Beat with a hand mixer or mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon until smooth and well blended.
Add the dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, finely chopped green onion, garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on your work surface. Transfer the cheese mixture onto the plastic wrap and shape it into a ball using your hands, with the plastic wrap helping to hold the shape.
Wrap the cheese ball tightly in the plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
If you wish to coat the cheese ball, spread the finely chopped pecans (or additional walnuts) on a plate, and roll the chilled cheese ball in the nuts until evenly coated.
Serve the cheese ball with crackers, sliced veggies, or toasted bread. Store any leftovers wrapped in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 291.2 g | 373% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.6 g | 623% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 579 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 3375 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.7 g | ||
| Protein | 77.0 g | 154% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1382 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1363 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
