Description
Winter Appetizer Pecan-Crusted Cheese Ball with Cheddar is a festive delight that turns any gathering into a culinary celebration. This creamy, tangy cheese ball is enveloped in a crunchy pecan coating, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for winter parties, it’s not just an appetizer; it’s an experience that brings friends and family together over laughter and shared moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese and grated sharp cheddar until smooth.
- Add chopped green onions, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using clean hands.
- Roll the cheese ball in finely chopped pecans until fully coated.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg