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cheese ball thanksgiving

Cheese Ball Thanksgiving: 7 Irresistible Flavor Variations


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

Description

A delicious cheese ball perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and cheddar cheese.
  2. Add green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Form the mixture into a ball shape.
  4. Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans until fully coated.
  5. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
  • Experiment with different nuts for coating.
  • Can be made a day in advance.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 oz
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: cheese ball, Thanksgiving appetizer, party food