Description

Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Ball is a delightful appetizer that adds a touch of elegance to any gathering. With its creamy goat cheese base, crunchy pecans, and sweet-tart cranberries, this cheese ball is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor. Perfect for holiday parties, casual family dinners, or as a quick snack, it’s easy to prepare and requires minimal ingredients. Just roll the cheese in the topping mix and serve it with your favorite crackers or fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing treat that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

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16 oz goat cheese (two 8 oz logs)
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

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Instructions

Finely chop the dried cranberries and pecans. Mix them with chopped herbs, salt, and pepper on a plate.
Take room-temperature goat cheese and shape it into a ball. If using cream cheese, blend it with goat cheese until smooth.
Roll the cheese ball in the pecan-cranberry mixture until well coated on all sides.
Serve immediately with crackers or wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 80
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 15mg