Cranberry and Walnut Cheese Ball
Indulge in the creamy, tangy delight of this Cranberry and Walnut Cheese Ball, perfect for any gathering. This show-stopping appetizer combines rich cream cheese with crunchy walnuts and sweet dried cranberries, creating a burst of flavors that will impress your guests. With its vibrant presentation and easy preparation, this cheese ball is sure to be the centerpiece of your next celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 44 minute
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chopped walnuts, divided
- 1 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, garlic powder, honey, salt, pepper, and chopped green onions. Mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in chopped cranberries and half of the walnuts until evenly distributed.
- Form the mixture into a ball shape using clean hands or a spatula.
- Roll the cheese ball in the remaining chopped walnuts for an attractive outer layer.
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve with crackers or veggie sticks on a platter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme. - You can swap walnuts for pecans if preferred. - This cheese ball can be made up to two days in advance; just keep it wrapped until serving.