Thanksgiving Cheese Ball
Looking for a show-stopping appetizer to elevate your holiday gatherings? This Thanksgiving Cheese Ball is your answer! Creamy and rich with a delightful crunch from nuts, this festive cheese ball combines the savory flavors of cheddar and Parmesan with fragrant herbs. It’s easy to make, perfect for entertaining, and can be prepared ahead of time, giving you more moments to enjoy with family and friends. Serve it with an array of crackers, sliced vegetables, or bread for a delightful treat that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
- In a shallow bowl, place the chopped nuts. Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in the nuts until fully coated.
- Serve on a platter alongside crackers, sliced bread, or fresh vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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