Description
This recipe offers an irresistible and festive Thanksgiving cheese ball that is effortless to make and perfect for holiday gatherings. It combines creamy cheddar cheese with a crunchy pecan and parsley coating, making it a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands.
- Roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans and parsley until fully coated.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Serve with crackers or vegetable sticks.
Notes
- Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature for easier mixing.
- For a spicier version, add a dash of hot sauce.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Thanksgiving cheese ball, festive cheese ball, easy cheese ball, holiday appetizer, cream cheese ball, party cheese ball, spiced cheese ball, savory cheese ball, Thanksgiving appetizer platter