Description
This Pomegranate White Cheddar Cheese Ball is a festive and flavorful appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings. Creamy white cheddar cheese is blended with cream cheese and savory seasonings, then studded with sweet pomegranate arils for a burst of freshness. Serve with crackers or sliced vegetables for a delicious party dip!
Ingredients
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Cheese Ball:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
Additional:
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Crackers or sliced vegetables, for serving
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, white cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, parsley, and green onions until smooth.
- Shape Cheese Ball: Form the mixture into a ball shape and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Add Toppings: Before serving, coat the cheese ball with pomegranate arils and chopped pecans. Place on a serving platter and serve with crackers or vegetables.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit the pecans.
- This cheese ball can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Add the pomegranate arils just before serving to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 cheese ball
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
