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Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball – Sweet and Savory Holiday Appetizer
TINSUF RECIPES

Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball

A creamy, sweet, and savory cheese ball with pineapple, cheddar, veggies, and pecans — perfect for holidays and parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • 2 packages 8 oz each cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple drained
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper chopped
  • 1/4 cup onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup celery chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Equipment

  • Equipment
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula or electric mixer
  • Plastic wrap
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  3. Mix in pineapple, cheddar, bell pepper, onion, celery, salt, and pepper.
  4. Shape into a ball.
  5. Roll in chopped pecans.
  6. Wrap and chill at least 2 hours.
  7. Serve with crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks.

Notes

Drain pineapple well to avoid excess moisture.
Make ahead for deeper flavor.