Description
This Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball is a classic, creamy appetizer with a sweet and savory twist. Perfect for gatherings or parties, this easy-to-make cheese ball is a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Cheese Ball:
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chopped pecans, divided
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, crushed pineapple, green bell pepper, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup pecans.
- Shape Into Ball: Form the mixture into a ball and roll in the remaining 1/2 cup of pecans until coated.
- Chill: Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Serve chilled with crackers, pretzels, or vegetables.
Notes
- Ensure pineapple is well-drained to avoid a watery cheese ball.
- This appetizer can be prepared 1–2 days ahead and stored in the fridge until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
