Description
A delicious cheese ball made with cream cheese, pineapple, and cheddar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, well-drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped red or green bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans for coating
Instructions
- Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly using a mesh strainer. Press with paper towels to remove excess liquid.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, drained pineapple, shredded cheddar, chopped bell pepper, green onions, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap and shape into a ball. Wrap tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled and firm, roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans, pressing gently to ensure full coverage.
- Serve on a plate with crackers, veggie sticks, or baguette slices.
Notes
- This cheese ball can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Try adding different herbs or spices for variations in flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg