{"id":265651,"date":"2024-12-01T15:06:58","date_gmt":"2024-12-01T15:06:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/01\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:10:17","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:10:17","slug":"cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/01\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball | The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8.jpg\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8.jpg\"\/><img width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8.jpg\" class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image\" data-pin-description=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an <strong>easy appetizer for the holiday season<\/strong>! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with <strong>delicious texture<\/strong> from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this <strong>impressive<\/strong> appetizer with crackers and enjoy!<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Close view of a cranberry pecan cheese ball on a platter with crackers and a knife.\" class=\"wp-image-277239\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Close view of a cranberry pecan cheese ball on a platter with crackers and a knife.\" class=\"wp-image-277239\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner cwp-large\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading block-tip__title\" id=\"h-reasons-you-ll-love-this-cheese-ball\">Reasons You\u2019ll Love This Cheese Ball<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Crowd-Pleasing:<\/strong> Your guests will go crazy over this cranberry pecan cheese ball! Such a <strong>festive and impressive appetizer<\/strong> for parties.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Perfect Holiday Appetizer:<\/strong> Taste the <strong>flavors of the holidays<\/strong> in this cheese ball! Try my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/jalapeno-popper-dip\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Jalapeno Popper Dip<\/a> or this <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/hot-spinach-artichoke-dip\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip<\/a>\u00a0if you need more holiday appetizer ideas!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Ahead:<\/strong> Everyone loves a make-ahead option during the busy holiday season! This cheese ball is <strong>fast and easy<\/strong> to make in advance. Store in the refrigerator until you\u2019re ready to serve it!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-needed\">Ingredients Needed<\/h2>\n<p>This cranberry pecan cheese ball uses 7 simple ingredients, it is packed full of flavor. The combination of cream cheese and white cheddar cheese is a delicious contrast to the sweetness of the dried cranberries. Finish it off with crunchy pecans then you have a winning Christmas appetizer!<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cream Cheese:\u00a0<\/strong>Softened cream cheese is best!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garlic Powder and Onion Powder:<\/strong> Seasons the cheese ball perfectly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sharp White Cheddar Cheese:<\/strong>\u00a0If you\u2019ve never had white cheddar cheese, it is incredible\u2026especially in this recipe!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Green Onions:<\/strong>\u00a0Fresh chopped green onions add flavor and a pop of color.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dried Cranberries:<\/strong> Adds a <strong>sweet soft texture<\/strong> to the cheese ball!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pecans:<\/strong> Rolling the cheese ball in crunchy pecans adds flavor and texture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" alt=\"Ingredients labeled and pictured to make cranberry pecan cheese ball.\" class=\"wp-image-277242\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-150x100.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-1200x800.png\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-1200x800.png\" alt=\"Ingredients labeled and pictured to make cranberry pecan cheese ball.\" class=\"wp-image-277242\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-1200x800.png\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-500x334.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-400x267.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IngredientsWithLabelsCranberryPecanCheeseball-150x100.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-let-s-make-a-cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\">Let\u2019s Make a Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball!<\/h2>\n<p>Whip up this easy appetizer in 10 minutes! It\u2019s important to <strong>use softened cream cheese<\/strong> so your cheese ball mixes easily! This is a perfect recipe for making ahead of time and your guests will love this recipe!<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Beat: <\/strong>Using an electric hand mixer, beat the cream cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Combine:<\/strong> Add the cheese, green onions, and \u00be cup dried cranberries to the cream cheese mixture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mix:<\/strong> Mix until incorporated well into the cream cheese mixture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shape and Refrigerate: <\/strong>Shape the mixture into a ball using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/glad-cling-wrap-300-sq-ft\/-\/A-89299589#lnk=sametab\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">plastic wrap<\/a> to make it easy! Cover and chill refrigerate the cheese ball for at least 1 hour.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Roll in Pecans:<\/strong> Place the chopped pecans on a plate. Roll the cheese ball over the pecans and coat the outside of the cheese ball evenly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garnish and Serve: <\/strong>Add on the remaining \u00bc cup dried cranberries and additional green onions to add color! Serve with crackers and enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped is-style-numbered wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277246\" alt=\"First photo of the cream cheese and seasonings mixed together in a mixing bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-277246\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277246\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"First photo of the cream cheese and seasonings mixed together in a mixing bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-277246\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-1-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277247\" alt=\"Second photo of the shredded cheese, cranberries and green onions added to the bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-277247\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277247\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Second photo of the shredded cheese, cranberries and green onions added to the bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-277247\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-2-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277245\" alt=\"Third photo of the cheese, cranberries, and onions mixed into the cream cheese mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-277245\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277245\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Third photo of the cheese, cranberries, and onions mixed into the cream cheese mixture.\" class=\"wp-image-277245\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-3-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277243\" alt=\"Fourth photo of the cheeseball formed on a piece of Saran Wrap.\" class=\"wp-image-277243\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277243\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Fourth photo of the cheeseball formed on a piece of Saran Wrap.\" class=\"wp-image-277243\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-4-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277249\" alt=\"Fifth photo of the cheeseball rolling into pecans.\" class=\"wp-image-277249\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277249\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Fifth photo of the cheeseball rolling into pecans.\" class=\"wp-image-277249\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-5-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277244\" alt=\"Sixth photo of the remaining cranberries and pecans being placed on the cheese ball.\" class=\"wp-image-277244\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-1200x800.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"277244\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"Sixth photo of the remaining cranberries and pecans being placed on the cheese ball.\" class=\"wp-image-277244\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-1200x800.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-6-1-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball-tips\">Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball Tips<\/h3>\n<p>Here are a few <strong>tips for success<\/strong> when making this cranberry pecan cheese ball! These tips will help you achieve a <strong>show-stopping appetizer<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Forming Into a Ball:<\/strong>\u00a0It\u2019s easiest to transfer the mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap.\u00a0Pull the corners of the plastic wrap together and twist to easily form a ball. Roll your cheese ball on the counter to help form the shape. Then, finish shaping it with your hands.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pecan Tips:<\/strong> You can roll the cheese ball in nuts ahead of time. If you want them to remain firm and crunchy, I recommend waiting to roll the ball in the pecans right before serving. Just place the nuts in a bowl and press all sides (except the bottom) of the cheese ball in the nuts. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Serving Tips: <\/strong>Place the cheese ball on a plate then gently press the ball onto the plate. Twist to secure it into place. This is so that the ball doesn\u2019t roll as people are enjoying it. Place a variety of crackers around the ball and serve.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Season to Taste: <\/strong>Taste your cheese ball mixture before shaping. If you think it needs a bit of salt to enhance any flavors, feel free to sprinkle in a dash of salt. Stir, taste, and adjust to your liking!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Close view of the cranberry pecan cheese ball on a platter surrounded by crackers.\" class=\"wp-image-277240\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Close view of the cranberry pecan cheese ball on a platter surrounded by crackers.\" class=\"wp-image-277240\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-7-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-storing-leftovers\">Storing Leftovers<\/h3>\n<p>Cheese balls make the best leftovers! The <strong>flavors meld together<\/strong> and taste <strong>even better the next day<\/strong>. They\u2019re easy to store and stay tasting delicious for days.\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator:<\/strong>\u00a0Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Allow it to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving so the dried cranberries can slightly soften from refrigeration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make Ahead:<\/strong> Make and form the cheese ball then let it chill in the fridge for at least an hour or up to 3 days! Before serving, roll the cheese ball mixture into the pecans and dried cranberries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Top close view of a knife spreading cheese ball on a cracker.\" class=\"wp-image-277241\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Top close view of a knife spreading cheese ball on a cracker.\" class=\"wp-image-277241\" title=\"This festive cranberry pecan cheese ball is an easy appetizer for the holiday season! Everyone will love this creamy cheese ball loaded with delicious texture from the dried cranberries and pecans. Serve this impressive appetizer with crackers and enjoy!\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-1200x1799.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-9-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\"\/><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__title\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sweet-and-savory-cheese-balls-to-try\">Sweet and Savory Cheese Balls to Try!<\/h2>\n<p>Did you know that cheese balls can be either savory or sweet? They are a perfect appetizer or a fun twist on a dessert. I can\u2019t wait for you to try some of my favorites!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/cranberry-pecan-cheeseball-8.jpg&amp;description=Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"39657\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cranberry-pecan-cheese-ball\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-51110\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"51110\" data-servings=\"10\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-51110-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"51110\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-51110-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Using an electric hand mixer, mix the cream cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder in a large bowl.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-51110-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the shredded cheese, green onions, and \u00be cup dried cranberries to the cream cheese mixture.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-51110-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Mix until incorporated well into the cream cheese mixture.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-51110-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Shape the mixture into a ball using plastic wrap to make it easy! Cover and chill refrigerate the cheese ball for at least 1 hour.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-51110-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the pecans on a plate. Roll the cheese ball over the pecans and coat the outside of the cheese ball evenly.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-51110-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add on the remaining \u00bc cup dried cranberries and additional green onions to add color! Serve with crackers and enjoy!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Updated on December 01, 2024<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Originally Posted on December 05, 2018<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">154<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">12<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">11<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">76<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">65<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">144<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">91<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span 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