Festive Cheese Ball

Elevate your holiday appetizer game with this Festive Cheese Ball, a show-stopping combination of creamy, savory, and sweet flavors that’s perfect for any celebration! Made with a luscious blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, this cheese ball is rolled in a colorful, flavor-packed coating of dried cranberries, chopped pecans, and fresh parsley for a truly festive touch. The addition of garlic powder and green onions adds a savory depth, while the crunchy coating creates the perfect contrast to the creamy interior. Ready in just 20 minutes of prep time with no cooking required, this easy-to-make holiday appetizer pairs beautifully with crackers or fresh vegetable sticks, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether it's for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or a winter party, this cheese ball will be the centerpiece of your appetizer spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 16 oz Cream cheese
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 stalks Green onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup Dried cranberries, finely chopped
• 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Parsley, fresh and finely chopped
• 0 Crackers or vegetable sticks (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 2

Using a silicone spatula or your hands, mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into a ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, combine the chopped dried cranberries, pecans, and parsley. Mix well to create the festive coating.

Step 5

Once the cheese ball is firm, unwrap it and gently roll it in the cranberry-pecan-parsley mixture, pressing down slightly to ensure the toppings adhere evenly.

Step 6

Place the cheese ball on a serving plate and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving to soften slightly.

Step 7

Serve with crackers or vegetable sticks for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1051.3 grams (1051.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3893

Total Fat 313.30g	402%
Saturated Fat 147.10g	736%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.70g
Cholesterol 698mg	233%
Sodium 3294mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 209.70g	76%
Dietary Fiber 21.50g	77%
Total Sugars 141.30g
Protein 98.20g	196%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 2209mg	170%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1716mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.6%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 20.7%