Irresistible Thanksgiving Cheese Ball
This cheese ball is a creamy and flavorful appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. It's easy to make and pairs well with crackers and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ½ cup dried cranberries roughly chopped
- ½ cup pecans finely chopped
- ¼ cup green onions finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: extra finely chopped pecans for rolling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and crumbled feta until smooth.
- Add chopped cranberries, pecans, green onions, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the cheese mixture.
- Gently fold the ingredients until well integrated.
- Mold the mixture into a round ball shape with clean hands.
- Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- After chilling, roll the cheese ball in extra chopped pecans if desired.
- Transfer to a serving platter and serve with crackers, baguette slices, or raw vegetables.
- Garnish with sprigs of rosemary and thyme for presentation.
Notes
Chill the cheese ball for at least 2 hours for best results.