Best 6 Cranberry Orange Cheese Ball W Caramelized Pecans Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Cranberry Orange Cheese Ball with Caramelized Pecans, a delightful appetizer that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable treat is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy, with a creamy cheese center enveloped in a vibrant cranberry-orange coating. The caramelized pecans add a touch of nutty crunch and a hint of sweetness that complements the tangy cranberries and the creamy cheese. This recipe also includes variations for a classic cheese ball, a cranberry-pistachio cheese ball, and a caramelized pecan cheese ball, offering a range of options to suit your preferences. Elevate your next gathering or party with these exquisite cheese balls, guaranteed to leave a lasting impression on your guests.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESE BALL



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Sweet creamy cheese ball flavored with orange zest and Craisins, and rolled in candied pecans.

Provided by Kara

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 8 oz pkg cream cheese, softened (I like to use light or Neufchatel, it makes a softer cheese ball.)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp fresh orange zest
1/2 cup Craisins, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup candied pecans

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese and powdered sugar in a small mixing bowl and beat till smooth. Beat in the orange zest and craisins till well blended.
  • Line a small deep bowl with plastic wrap and press cheese mixture firmly into bowl.
  • Cover and chill for 1-2 hours, then roll in a ball and roll in candied pecans.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 14 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 6 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 53 milligrams sodium, Sugar 7 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESE BALL



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This recipe is PERFECT for the holidays! Packed with delicious seasonal flavor, this appetizer is absolutely delicious and super simple to make! It will quickly become a new favorite!

Provided by Nikki

Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup craisins
2 teaspoons orange zest
1 Tablespoon orange juice
½ cup powdered sugar
1 cup chopped candied pecans
½ cup craisins
1 Tablespoon orange zest

Steps:

  • Stir softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Stir in craisins, orange zest, orange juice and powdered sugar until well combined.
  • Set bowl in fridge and allow to firm up for about 10 minutes or just long enough to be able to form a ball.
  • Roll into a cream cheese mixture into a ball and place on a plate or tray and place in freezer to soft set for 10 minutes.
  • While cheese ball is soft setting, combine coating ingredients onto a large tray or plate. Roll cheese ball into the topping ingredients to coat on the outside completely.
  • Cover with saran wrap and store in fridge until ready to serve.
  • Serve with crackers.

CRANBERRY PECAN CHEESE BALL RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, dried cranberry, chopped pecan, sliced green onion, crackers

Provided by Tucker Iida

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
⅓ cup dried cranberry
⅓ cup chopped pecan, plus more for coating
¼ cup sliced green onion
1 package crackers, for serving

Steps:

  • Mix softened cream cheese, sharp cheddar, dried cranberries, pecans, and green onions until well-combined.
  • Form into a ball, then roll in more chopped pecans to coat.
  • Serve with crackers of your choice.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 5 grams

CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESE BALL RECIPE



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Delicious appetizers don't have to take a long time to make, and this cranberry orange cheese ball recipe is proof of that.

Provided by Erin Johnson,Mashed Staff

Categories     appetizer, snack

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
zest from 1 orange, divided
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 cup chopped dried, sweetened cranberries, divided
1/2 cup chopped pecans, divided
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Using a hand mixer, blend together the cream cheese, 1/2 the orange zest, and the orange juice until well combined.
  • Fold in 1/4 cup each of the cranberries and pecans until evenly distributed.
  • Line a bowl with plastic wrap, and add the cheese mixture. Use the plastic wrap to shape the cheese into a ball.
  • In a shallow bowl or plate, combine the remaining orange zest, pecans, cranberries and the fresh parsley.
  • Roll the cheese ball in the mixture until coated.
  • Serve with crackers or sliced baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 31 mg cholesterol, Fat 15 g fat, Fiber 1 g fiber, Protein 3 g protein, SaturatedFat 6 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 104 mg, Sugar 3 g

CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESE BALL WITH CARAMELIZED PECANS



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Provided by Debbie

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed)
16 oz room temp cream cheese
1/4 cup powdered sugar
3/4 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1 Tablespoon Butter
2 Tablespoon granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Place dried cranberries in a food processor and chop them
  • Add Cream Cheese, orange juice concentrate, powder sugar and blend well
  • Form a ball on wax paper . Cover and chill for several hours, or even overnight
  • Before Serving prepare pecans by melting on medium heat and add pecans and coat well
  • Add the sugar and coat the pecans and keep stirring careful not to burn them
  • Layout the pecans on wax paper to cool
  • Once cooled place the cheese mixture onto a plate and press pecans onto the ball
  • Serve with buttery crackes

CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESE BALL



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This tastes great on Keebler's Townhouse Topper crackers! I take this to our holiday get togethers and always have people asking for the recipe...It's very easy to remember since it only has 3 ingredients!!!

Provided by Amber C.

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 1 cheese ball, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1/8 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
8 ounces cream cheese, softened

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Stir in dried cranberries.
  • Stir in thawed oj concentrate.
  • Mix until well combined.
  • Shape into a ball or put in a nice bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
  • Set in fridge for at least 2 hours-overnight -- the longer the better.
  • Take out 20 min before serving to let soften
  • Serve with crackers or pretzels.

Tips:

  • For a smoother cheese ball, use softened cream cheese and finely grate the cheddar cheese.
  • To prevent the cheese ball from sticking to your hands, lightly grease your hands with cooking spray or oil.
  • If you don't have time to caramelize the pecans, you can use store-bought chopped pecans.
  • To make the cheese ball ahead of time, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve the cheese ball with crackers, fruit, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This cranberry orange cheese ball with caramelized pecans is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is creamy, tangy, and sweet, with a crunchy pecan topping. Whether you are serving it at a party or enjoying it as a snack, this cheese ball is sure to be a hit.

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