Holiday Cheese Ball
This is the cheese ball that shows up at every family gathering – it’s simple, feeds a crowd, and disappears fast. The pecans give it a nice crunch against all that creamy cheese.
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Ingredients
Ingredients (~8 servings)
- 2 packages cream cheese 8 oz, softened but still slightly firm
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 6 oz shredded medium cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Black pepper to taste
- 3/4 cup pecans chopped small
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add shredded cheddar and mix until evenly distributed.
- Cover and chill for 1 hour until firm.
- Use a spatula to gather the mixture into a rough ball, then roll with lightly greased hands into a smooth ball.
- Place chopped pecans in a bowl and roll the cheese ball through them, pressing gently to coat the entire surface.
- Serve with crackers and a butter knife for spreading.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
Lightly grease your hands when shaping to prevent sticking.
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