Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our exquisite Sweet Cream Cheese Ball, a captivating appetizer that tantalizes taste buds with its creamy texture and burst of flavors. This delectable treat is a symphony of sweet and savory, featuring a luscious cream cheese base swirled with a vibrant mix of chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and a hint of sugar. The result is a harmonious balance of flavors that will leave you craving more.
Accompanying the Sweet Cream Cheese Ball are three additional tantalizing recipes that cater to various preferences. For those seeking a savory twist, the Bacon Cream Cheese Dip is a must-try. This irresistible dip combines the richness of cream cheese with crispy bacon, green onions, and a touch of garlic powder for a savory sensation.
If you prefer a classic flavor combination, the Cranberry Cream Cheese Ball is sure to satisfy. This timeless recipe features a delightful blend of cream cheese, dried cranberries, chopped walnuts, and a hint of sugar, resulting in a classic holiday treat that is both flavorful and visually appealing.
Last but not least, the Chive and Onion Cream Cheese Ball adds a touch of freshness to your appetizer spread. This herbaceous delight incorporates chopped chives, minced onion, and a hint of garlic powder into a smooth cream cheese base, creating a savory and aromatic experience.
With these four exceptional recipes, you'll have a versatile collection of cream cheese balls to cater to any occasion. Whether you're hosting a party, planning a holiday gathering, or simply looking for a delightful snack, these recipes will undoubtedly impress your guests and family. So, gather your ingredients and embark on a culinary journey filled with sweet, savory, and herbaceous flavors.
SWEET CHEESE BALL
You'll need only a few items for this unique cheese ball sent in by Melissa Friend of Oakland, Maryland. Coconut comes through in the cherry-flecked mixture that's coated in pecans. It looks pretty and tastes delicious served with apple slices, pineapple wedges, berries and other fresh fruit.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 1 cheese ball (3-1/2 cups).
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Beat in the coconut and cherries. Shape into a ball; roll in pecans. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with fruit.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 30mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SWEET & SAVORY PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL
One of my favorite dishes in childhood was my mom's pineapple and green pepper cheese ball. Now I make it, and it's always a hit. -Susan Harrison, Laurel, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 2 cheese balls (2 cups each).
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in pineapple, 1-1/2 cups pecans, green pepper, onion and seasoned salt. Shape into two balls. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate at least 30 minutes., Place remaining pecans in a small shallow bowl; roll cheese balls in pecans to coat evenly. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts :
SWEET CREAM CHEESE BALL
I haven't made the recipe myself yet, but I had it at Thanskgiving and it was very good. It seems pretty quick and easy to make-a sweet taste to it-to be used with chocolate graham crackers or something similar for dipping. Take the serving size lightly. Figure each person takes about 1tsp of the dip for their cracker-had a bunch left after Thanksgiving with about 30 people in attendance.
Provided by travelgaltina
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 1 ball, 50 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add the chocolate chips and mix.
- Put the mix onto plastic wrap and put into the refrigerator until slightly stiff.
- Roll into one large ball and coat the outside with the chopped pecans.
- Put on a serving dish surround by chocolate graham crackers for serving.
CHOCOLATE CHIP CHEESE BALL
A sweet switch from the usual cheese ball. Serve with graham crackers or chocolate wafers.
Provided by Kim
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cold Cheese Dip Recipes
Time 3h20m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese and butter until smooth. Mix in confectioners' sugar, brown sugar and vanilla. Stir in chocolate chips. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
- Shape chilled cream cheese mixture into a ball. Wrap with plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Roll the cheese ball in finely chopped pecans before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 41.9 mg, Sugar 6 g
Tips:
- To ensure the smoothest cream cheese mixture, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to beat the cream cheese and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- If you want a sweeter cream cheese ball, add more powdered sugar to taste.
- For a more tangy cream cheese ball, use less powdered sugar and add a squeeze of lemon juice.
- If you want a cream cheese ball with a hint of vanilla, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- For a festive cream cheese ball, roll it in chopped nuts, sprinkles, or crumbled bacon before serving.
- Serve the cream cheese ball with crackers, pretzels, or bread slices for dipping.
Conclusion:
With its smooth, tangy, and sweet flavor, the sweet cream cheese ball is a classic appetizer that is sure to please everyone. Easy to make and customizable to your taste, this recipe is a must-try for any party or gathering. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover cream cheese! Experiment with different flavors and toppings to find your favorite combination.
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