Fruity Cream Cheese Ball
Elevate your snack and party platter game with this delightful Fruity Cream Cheese Ball—a no-bake treat that’s as stunning as it is delicious! Featuring a luscious blend of creamy, slightly tangy cream cheese sweetened with powdered sugar and vanilla, this recipe gets its irresistible texture and flavor from chopped dried cranberries, apricots, and crunchy pecans. For extra flair, optional shredded coconut adds a tropical touch. Perfectly coated in a vibrant mix of fruits and nuts, this cheese ball is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Prep time is just 15 minutes, making it an easy make-ahead appetizer or dessert that pairs beautifully with graham crackers for effortless dipping. Whether for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or an indulgent snack, this fruity cream cheese ball will undoubtedly steal the show!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup dried apricots
- 0.5 cup pecans
- 0.25 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 10 pieces graham crackers (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or spatula.
Chop the dried cranberries, dried apricots, and pecans into small pieces. Reserve a small portion of each for coating the cheese ball later.
Fold the chopped cranberries, apricots, pecans, and shredded coconut (if using) into the cream cheese mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Place a sheet of plastic wrap on a flat surface. Transfer the cream cheese mixture to the center and shape it into a ball using the plastic wrap to guide it.
Wrap the cheese ball tightly with the plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
Once firm, unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in the reserved chopped cranberries, apricots, and pecans to coat the outside evenly.
Place the fruity cream cheese ball on a serving platter and pair it with graham crackers for dipping. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3420 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.8 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.5 g | 447% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 2363 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 413.5 g | 150% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.8 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 218.2 g | ||
| Protein | 44.3 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 390 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1717 mg | 37% | |
*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.
