Description

Cheese Ball Bites are a perfect mix of rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and sweet cranberries, making them an irresistible snack that’s simple to prepare. These flavorful bites are ideal for parties or any quick get-together.

Ingredients

Scale

1 8 ounce block cream cheese softened
4 ounces mascarpone cheese softened
6 ounces finely grated sharp white cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans regular or candied pecans
3/4 cup chopped dried cranberries
1/2 cup thinly sliced chives
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley

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Instructions

In a bowl, combine cream cheese and mascarpone cheese; mix until creamy.
Stir in the sharp white cheddar cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
Shape the mixture into bite-sized balls.
On separate plates, spread out the cranberries and pecans; mix chives and parsley on another plate.
Roll one-third of the cheese balls in pecans, one-third in cranberries, and the last third in the herbs.
Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

You can substitute regular pecans with candied pecans for added sweetness.
Feel free to add other herbs or spices to customize the flavor.
These bites can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cheese ball
Calories: 122
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg