Recipes Nugget Markets Signature Recipes
Cheese Ball
- Prep time
- 15 minutes, plus 1 hour chilling PT0.25M
- Cook time
- N/A PT0
- Yield
- 8–10 servings
- Difficulty
For a fun and easy appetizer, consider bringing a classic cheese ball to the party! This one is coated in mixed nuts, dried cranberries, and thyme for extra flavor.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 3 ounces smoked cheddar, grated fine
- 1 ounce goat cheese
- ¼ cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup chopped pistachios
- ¼ cup chopped dried cranberries
- 1 tablespoon chopped thyme
Preparation
Bring all cheeses to room temperature, then place in a food processor and puree for 60 seconds. Transfer cheese mixture to a dish and chill for 1 hour.
Combine chopped nuts, cranberries, and thyme in a work bowl. Shape chilled cheese mixture into a ball, then roll and press into the nut mixture until well coated.
Serve with sliced baguette, crackers, or crostini.