Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Ball
Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that will elevate your gatherings? The Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Ball is the perfect blend of creamy goat cheese, sweet cranberries, and crunchy pecans. This festive dish is not only easy to prepare but also makes for an impressive presentation. Ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions, every bite bursts with flavor, ensuring your guests keep coming back for more. Serve it with fresh veggies or an assortment of crackers for a delightful snack that complements any event.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz goat cheese (two 8 oz logs)
- ⅓ cup pecans, finely chopped
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cracked pepper
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- ½ tsp fresh rosemary, chopped (optional)
- Crackers or vegetables for serving
Instructions
- Finely chop the dried cranberries and pecans, mixing them with chopped herbs, salt, and cracked pepper on a plate.
- Shape room temperature goat cheese into a ball (or mix equal parts goat cheese and cream cheese for added creaminess).
- Roll the cheese ball in the coating mixture until well covered.
- Serve alongside fresh veggies or crackers or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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