Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Pineapple Cheese Ball, a creamy and tangy appetizer that blends rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and sweet pineapple. Perfect for any gathering or celebration, this easy-to-make cheese ball is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it with crackers or fresh fruits for a tasty snack that will spark conversations and bring back fond memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup canned pineapple chunks, drained
- 3 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1 tsp seasoning salt
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar until smooth.
- Gently fold in drained pineapple, green onions, pecans, and cranberries until evenly mixed.
- Sprinkle seasoning salt over the mixture, folding until well blended. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands.
- Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 oz (56g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg