Strawberry Cheese Ring
Indulge in the perfect blend of savory and sweet with this delightful Strawberry Cheese Ring—a no-bake, crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Featuring a creamy base of tangy cream cheese and sharp cheddar, this dish is elevated with the crunch of chopped pecans and the luscious sweetness of strawberry preserves. Easy and quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe creates a stunning centerpiece by shaping the cheese mixture into a ring and filling it with vibrant preserves, garnished with fresh strawberries for a burst of color. Serve it with your favorite crackers for a harmonious balance of textures and flavors that’s ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or casual entertaining. This sweet-savory showstopper is sure to become a fan-favorite at any table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese
- 8 oz Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
- 1 cup Strawberry preserves
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries
- 1 package Crackers
Instructions
Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Transfer the cheese mixture onto a serving platter and shape it into a ring using your hands or a round mold. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
Cover the cheese ring with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let it firm up.
When ready to serve, remove the cheese ring from the refrigerator and carefully spoon the strawberry preserves into the center of the ring.
Garnish the cheese ring with fresh strawberries around the edges for a decorative touch.
Serve the Strawberry Cheese Ring with crackers on the side for dipping or spreading. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
637 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.3 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.0 g | 90% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 577 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 229 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 174 mg | 4% | |
*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.
