Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Ball
Elevate your appetizer game with this delightful Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Ball! Perfect for any gathering, this creamy cheese ball features the tanginess of goat cheese beautifully complemented by crunchy pecans and sweet dried cranberries. Not only is it visually stunning on a platter, but it’s also incredibly easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing you to focus on enjoying the company of friends and family. With a balance of sweet and savory flavors, this dish is sure to impress guests of all ages. Serve it with an assortment of crackers or fresh veggies for a festive touch that will keep everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 16 oz goat cheese
- ⅓ cup finely chopped pecans
- ⅓ cup finely chopped dried cranberries
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- ½ tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Crackers for serving
Instructions
- Finely dice the dried cranberries and pecans, mixing them with herbs, salt, and pepper on a plate.
- Shape room temperature goat cheese into a ball (add cream cheese for extra creaminess if desired).
- Roll the cheese ball in the nut and cranberry mixture until fully coated.
- Place on a serving plate with crackers; refrigerate if preparing in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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