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White Christmas Pecan Cheese Ball

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Bring a touch of holiday magic to your table with this White Christmas Pecan Cheese Ball a creamy, savory, and delightfully festive appetizer perfect for any gathering. Loaded with sharp cheddar, tangy blue cheese, and fresh green onions, then rolled in crunchy pecans, this crowd-pleasing cheese ball is the ultimate make-ahead treat for parties, potlucks, and family celebrations. Simple to prepare and always impressive, it’s a holiday classic that never disappoints.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Crackers or vegetable sticks for serving

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled blue cheese.
  2. Add the chopped green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and smooth.
  3. Shape the cheese mixture into a ball and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  4. Once chilled, roll the cheese ball in the finely chopped pecans until fully coated.
  5. Transfer the cheese ball to a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley.
  6. Serve with an assortment of crackers or vegetable sticks for dipping.

Notes

  1. Softening the Cream Cheese: Letting the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes ensures it blends smoothly with the other ingredients.
  2. Chilling is Key: The cheese ball needs time in the fridge to firm up. This helps it hold its shape and makes rolling it in pecans much easier.
  3. Customize the Coating: Pecans are classic, but feel free to use walnuts, almonds, or even a mix of nuts for different textures and flavors.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ~1/8 of cheese ball
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: ~2 g
  • Sodium: ~420 mg
  • Fat: ~28 g
  • Saturated Fat: ~12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: ~14 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~5 g
  • Fiber: ~1 g
  • Protein: ~9 g
  • Cholesterol: ~45 mg

Keywords: cheese ball, holiday appetizer, Christmas recipe, pecan cheese ball, party dip

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