Pomegranate Christmas Cheese Ball
A delightful cheese ball that combines a creamy base with pomegranate arils for a festive touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Salted butter (softened)
- 8 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup White cheddar (shredded)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Green onion (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Pomegranate arils (for topping)
- 1 piece Rolo candy (for topping)
- 1 sprig Rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Soften your cheeses: Ensure salted butter and cream cheese are at room temperature.
- Mix the base: In a large bowl, beat together softened butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Add flavors: Mix shredded white cheddar, minced garlic, chopped green onions, and black pepper into the mixture.
- Form the cheese ball: Shape the mixture into a ball, refrigerate for 30 minutes if too sticky.
- Chill the cheese ball: Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Add the toppings: Unwrap and sprinkle pomegranate arils on top; add a Rolo candy and rosemary for garnish.
- Serve it up: Enjoy with a selection of crackers, bread, or fresh veggies.
Notes
Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses and toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg