Thanksgiving Cheese Ball
Elevate your holiday entertaining with this irresistible Thanksgiving Cheese Ball, a creamy and flavorful appetizer that's sure to be the star of your festive spread. This no-cook, 15-minute recipe combines the tangy richness of cream cheese with sharp cheddar, perfectly seasoned with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and a hint of smoked paprika for a savory twist. Coated in a crunchy, herbaceous blend of pecans, parsley, and chives, this cheese ball delivers both texture and freshness in every bite. Serve it alongside pretzel sticks or buttery crackers for an easy yet crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ideal for Thanksgiving gatherings, this make-ahead recipe is as practical as it is delicious—guaranteed to impress your guests while giving you more time to enjoy the festivities.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 package Pretzel sticks or crackers
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese (softened to room temperature) and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture.
Place a large sheet of plastic wrap on a flat surface. Scoop the cheese mixture onto the plastic wrap and shape into a ball. Wrap the plastic wrap tightly around the cheese ball and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
While the cheese ball is chilling, prepare the coating by mixing the chopped pecans, fresh parsley, and fresh chives in a small bowl. Spread the mixture out on a plate or shallow dish.
Once the cheese ball is firm, unwrap it from the plastic wrap and gently roll it in the pecan and herb mixture until fully coated. Press the coating lightly onto the surface to ensure it adheres well.
Transfer the cheese ball to a serving platter and serve with pretzel sticks or crackers of your choice. Enjoy this festive Thanksgiving appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.4 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 436 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 152 mg | 3% | |
*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.
