Pineapple Cheese Ball or Spread
Transform your appetizer game with this Pineapple Cheese Ball or Spread—a perfect combination of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. Crafted with creamy, tangy cream cheese, juicy crushed pineapple, and a hint of freshness from green onions and bell pepper, this versatile recipe delights taste buds in every bite. Crunchy pecans add a satisfying texture, while optional additional pecans create a beautiful, nutty coating for the cheese ball. Whether you serve it as an easy spread or roll it into an elegant cheese ball for entertaining, this no-cook appetizer takes just 15 minutes to prepare and pairs perfectly with your favorite crackers. Ideal for parties, potlucks, or holiday gatherings, this crowd-pleaser is sure to be the star of any snack table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese
- 8 oz Crushed pineapple (drained)
- 2 tbsp Green onions (chopped)
- 2 tbsp Green bell pepper (finely diced)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
- 0.5 cup Additional chopped pecans (for coating, optional)
- 1 package Crackers (for serving)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and drained crushed pineapple. Mix until well blended and smooth.
Stir in the green onions, green bell pepper, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly mixed throughout the cheese mixture.
If serving as a spread, transfer the mixture to a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
If making a cheese ball, shape the mixture into a ball or log using your hands. Optionally, roll the cheese ball in additional chopped pecans to coat the exterior.
Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
Serve chilled with crackers or your favorite dippers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3922 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 309.9 g | 397% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.4 g | 532% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 458 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 4208 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 255.9 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.1 g | ||
| Protein | 61.6 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 678 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1817 mg | 39% | |
*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.
