Festive Mini Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Balls

These mini cranberry pecan goat cheese balls are the perfect bite-sized appetizer for holiday gatherings or any festive occasion. With a creamy blend of goat cheese and cream cheese, sweet honey, warm cinnamon, and a crunchy cranberry-pecan coating, these cheese balls offer a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Easy to make and beautifully presented, they’re sure to be a hit at any event!

Ingredients:

  • 10 oz goat cheese, softened
  • 6 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons honey, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 ½ cups diced pecans, divided
  • 1 cup diced dried cranberries
  • ½ cup minced fresh parsley

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, cinnamon, and honey. Use a spatula or hand mixer to blend until smooth and well combined.
  2. Form the Cheese Balls: Using a spoon, scoop about a tablespoon of the cheese mixture and roll it between your palms to form a small ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture until you have formed all the cheese balls.
  3. Prepare the Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together 1 cup of diced pecans, the dried cranberries, and the minced parsley. Set aside the remaining ½ cup of pecans for extra garnish, if desired.
  4. Roll in Coating: Roll each cheese ball in the cranberry-pecan-parsley mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating to the cheese.
  5. Chill the Cheese Balls: Place the coated cheese balls on a plate or tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow them to firm up.
  6. Serve: Drizzle a little honey over the cheese balls just before serving for extra sweetness, if desired. These mini cheese balls are best enjoyed with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh apple slices.

Conclusion:

These mini cranberry pecan goat cheese balls are a delicious, festive treat that adds a pop of color and flavor to any appetizer spread. With their creamy, crunchy, and slightly sweet profile, they’re an irresistible crowd-pleaser and a great option for entertaining. Quick to prepare and visually appealing, these cheese balls will make a wonderful addition to your holiday table.

Festive Mini Cranberry Pecan Goat Cheese Balls

These festive mini cheese balls combine creamy goatcheese, honey, cranberries, and pecans in one bite-sized, holiday-perfectappetizer. They’re easy to make and beautifully festive!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Balls
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 10 oz goat cheese softened
  • 6 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons honey plus extra for garnish
  • 1 ½ cups diced pecans divided
  • 1 cup diced dried cranberries
  • ½ cup minced fresh parsley

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, cream cheese, cinnamon, and honey. Use a spatula or hand mixer to blend until smooth and well combined.
  • Form the Cheese Balls: Using a spoon, scoop about a tablespoon of the cheese mixture and roll it between your palms to form a small ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture until you have formed all the cheese balls.
  • Prepare the Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together 1 cup of diced pecans, the dried cranberries, and the minced parsley. Set aside the remaining ½ cup of pecans for extra garnish, if desired.
  • Roll in Coating: Roll each cheese ball in the cranberry-pecan-parsley mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating to the cheese.
  • Chill the Cheese Balls: Place the coated cheese balls on a plate or tray and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow them to firm up.
  • Serve: Drizzle a little honey over the cheese balls just before serving for extra sweetness, if desired. These mini cheese balls are best enjoyed with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh apple slices.
Keyword goat cheese balls

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