Description
This Pineapple Cheese Ball is a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer combining creamy, tangy cream cheese with sweet crushed pineapple and a mix of savory seasonings. Rolled in crunchy pecans, this cheese ball provides a perfect balance of textures and flavors, ideal for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Ball Mixture
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (8-oz) can crushed pineapple, well drained
- 2 chopped green onions
- 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp seasoned salt (or to taste)
Coating
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the softened cream cheese, well-drained crushed pineapple, chopped green onions, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Use a hand mixer to blend all ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Shape and Chill: Using your hands or a spoon, shape the mixed cheese mixture into a ball. Wrap the cheese ball tightly with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator to chill for several hours, allowing it to firm up and the flavors to meld.
- Coat with Pecans and Serve: Once chilled and firm, unwrap the cheese ball and roll it evenly in the chopped pecans until it is fully coated. Serve immediately with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables as an appetizer.
Notes
- Ensure the crushed pineapple is well drained to avoid a runny cheese ball.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
- For added flavor, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika.
- The cheese ball can be made a day ahead to enhance the flavor integration.
- Serve chilled for best texture and taste.
