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A delicious plate of Mini Pineapple Cranberry Cheese Balls with Pecans

Mini Pineapple Cranberry Cheese Balls with Pecans

Tropical Cheese Delights with a Crunchy Twist
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries chopped
  • 1/4 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Additional pecans for rolling

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crushed pineapple, dried cranberries, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until well combined and smooth.
  2. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.
  3. Once chilled, use a small cookie scoop or your hands to form the mixture into bite-sized balls.
  4. Roll each cheese ball in the finely chopped pecans until fully coated.
  5. Place the cheese balls on a serving platter and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

These Mini Pineapple Cranberry Cheese Balls are a perfect balance of sweet and savory. They are great for parties and holiday gatherings, and you can prepare them in advance to save time.