Mini Cranberry Pecan Cheese Balls
Elevate your entertaining game with these Mini Cranberry Pecan Cheese Balls! Bursting with flavor, these bite-sized treats combine creamy goat cheese and rich cream cheese with the sweet crunch of dried cranberries and pecans. Perfect for holiday gatherings or casual get-togethers, they can be prepared in just 30 minutes and made ahead of time. The delightful blend of textures and tastes will make them a favorite among guests, ensuring they disappear quickly from the platter. Whether served alongside crackers or warm crostini, these mini cheese balls are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 18 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers & Snacks
- Method: No cooking needed
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 oz goat cheese
- 6 oz cream cheese
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons honey (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 1/2 cups diced pecans (divided)
- 1 cup diced dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat together goat cheese, cream cheese, cinnamon, and honey until light and fluffy. Fold in 1/2 cup diced pecans.
- Line a countertop with parchment paper. In the center, mix remaining pecans, cranberries, and parsley.
- Using a cookie scoop, form balls of the cheese mixture and roll them in the cranberry-pecan coating until well covered.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve, ideally for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Drizzle with honey before serving if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese ball (30g)
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 89mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 17mg