🧈 Ingredients:
2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
½ cup dried cranberries (plus extra for coating)
½ cup toasted pecans, chopped (plus extra for coating)
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp salt
2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional, for a savory twist)
Crackers or sliced baguette, for serving
👩🍳 Instructions:
Mix the filling:
In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, cranberries, pecans, honey, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until well blended.
Shape the ball:
Transfer the mixture onto plastic wrap and shape it into a ball. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight) to firm up.
Prepare the coating:
On a plate, mix extra chopped pecans and dried cranberries together. Roll the chilled cheese ball in the mixture until evenly coated.