Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Ball for Effortless Entertaining
This Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Ball recipe features creamy goat cheese, sweet honey, and tart cranberries, perfect for any gathering.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- hand mixer
- Spatula
- Plastic wrap
- Serving platter
Ingredients
For the Cheese Mix
- 8 oz Goat cheese softened
- 4 oz Cream cheese softened
- ¼ cup Dried cranberries chopped
- ¼ cup Pecans finely chopped
For the Sweetness
- 2 tablespoon Honey
For the Seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon Onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper freshly ground
For Garnishing
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Additional pecans and cranberries for rolling (optional)
Instructions
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 8 oz of softened goat cheese and 4 oz of cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or a fork to beat the mixture until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Fold in ¼ cup of chopped dried cranberries, ¼ cup of finely chopped pecans, 2 tablespoons of honey, and seasoning: ¼ teaspoon each of garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly with a spatula for about 1-2 minutes.
- Shape the cheese mixture into a ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- After chilling, unwrap your cheese ball. If desired, roll it in additional finely chopped pecans and cranberries.
- Serve on a charming platter and garnish with fresh parsley. Pair with an assortment of crackers, sliced bread, or fresh fruit.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; freeze for up to 3 months. Serve cold or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mg
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