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Christmas Cheese Ball

Kimberly Killebrew
This Christmas Cheese Ball showcases the traditional Christmas colors all wrapped up in one incredibly delicious cheese ball that's guaranteed to be a hit! 
Print Recipe
5 from 18 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 368 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 8 ounces cream cheese , softened at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
  • 4 strips thick-cut bacon , cooked and crumbled
  • 2 green onions , sliced
  • 3 tablespoons chopped pecans
  • 3 tablespoons chopped dried cranberries
  • For the outer layer:
  • 2 green onions , sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
  • 2 tablespoons chopped dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled bacon
  • crackers of choice for serving

Instructions
 

  • Place all the ingredients in a bowl and stir or knead together until thoroughly combined. Form the mass into a ball or log (whichever shape desired) and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least one hour or up to 2 days.
  • Toss the outer layer ingredients together to combine and spread them out on a plate. Roll the cheese ball in them to evenly coat the surface. Serve immediately or wrap in plastic wrap and store in the fridge until ready to use.
    Serve with crackers.

Nutrition

Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 489mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 734IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 1mg
Keyword Cheese Ball
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