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Strawberry Cheddar Cheese Ball

A delightful and easy-to-make cheese ball, featuring the perfect combination of strawberry sweetness and sharp cheddar cheese, covered in chopped toasted pecans. Ideal for your next gathering or party!
3
7 min
TOTAL TIME
448
CALORIES
$1.17
PER SERVING
Strawberry Cheddar Cheese Ball
Directions
7 STEPS
7 min
PREP TIME
7 min
TOTAL TIME
1
In a food processor, combine the cream cheese and strawberry preserves, and process until smooth and creamy.
2
Add the garlic powder, kosher salt, hot sauce, and shredded cheddar cheese to the food processor, and process until well blended.
3
Lay a large sheet of plastic wrap on the counter, then transfer the cheese mixture onto the center of the plastic wrap, shaping it into a round mound.
4
Wrap the edges of the plastic around the cheese mound, sealing it and encouraging it to form a ball. Refrigerate the wrapped cheese ball for at least 1 hour or overnight.
5
Before serving, mix the pre-toasted chopped pecans and fresh parsley together on a plate. Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it into the pecan mixture, ensuring it's well coated.
6
Carefully transfer the coated cheese ball onto a serving plate.
7
Serve the cheese ball with crackers or baguette slices.
Health Info
Macros
41g
CARBS
27g
FAT
10g
PROTEIN
Allowed on these diets
VEGETARIAN
Contains these allergens
WHEAT
MILK
TREE NUTS
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