Description
A creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet cheese ball that steals the show at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: additional pecans for coating
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and find a mixing bowl large enough to mix!
- Mix the Cream Cheese: Combine the softened cream cheese and crushed pineapple in your bowl.
- Add the Flavors: Incorporate the chopped pecans, green onions, garlic powder, and salt gently.
- Form the Cheese Ball: Enclose the cheese mixture in plastic wrap and form a ball.
- Chill, Baby, Chill: Refrigerate the wrapped cheese ball for at least an hour.
- Coat the Cheese Ball: Unwrap and roll gently in chopped pecans, or use herbs for coating.
- Serve and Enjoy: Place on a serving platter surrounded by dippers like crackers or veggies.
Notes
This recipe can be made up to two days in advance. It’s perfect for parties and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: cheese ball, pineapple, appetizer, party food, easy recipe