Best Classic Pinecone Monterey Jack Cheese Ball Recipes

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PINE CONE CHEESE BALL



Pine Cone Cheese Ball image

Any cheese ball is a welcome addition to a holiday party spread, but when you bring one that looks like a pine cone, you're talking about a real showstopper.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Ball Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
4 ounces goat cheese, softened
3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
½ clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup whole almonds, or as needed
3 large fresh rosemary sprigs

Steps:

  • Stir cream cheese, goat cheese, parsley, tarragon, thyme, garlic, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until smooth and well-mixed.
  • Turn cheese mixture out onto a serving platter and form into a tapered oval shape to resemble a pine cone.
  • Starting at the tapered end, press almonds into the cheese cone so that the tip of the almond is facing out and down, and cheese cone is completely covered with almonds and resembles a pine cone. Place rosemary sprigs at the top to resemble pine needles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 36.4 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 129.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CLASSIC PINECONE CHEDDAR-JACK CHEESE BALL



Classic Pinecone Cheddar-Jack Cheese Ball image

Studded with toasted almonds and shaped like a pinecone, this creamy Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese ball is a classic that knows how to start the party.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheeses
2 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
2 Tbsp. canned chopped green chiles
2 green onions, sliced
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Process first 3 ingredients in food processor until blended. Stir in chiles and onions.
  • Shape into 4-inch oval on sheet of waxed paper to resemble pinecone. Insert nuts in rows to completely cover cream cheese mixture. Transfer to serving plate.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

CLASSIC PINECONE MONTEREY JACK CHEESE BALL



Classic Pinecone Monterey Jack Cheese Ball image

Our original pinecone cheese ball recipe left people pining for more! So here's the classic, this time made with people-pleasing Monterey Jack cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
2 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
2 Tbsp. canned chopped green chiles
2 Tbsp. chopped red onion
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Process first 3 ingredients in food processor until blended. Stir in chiles and onion.
  • Shape into 4-inch oval on sheet of waxed paper to resemble pinecone. Insert nuts in rows to completely cover cream cheese mixture. Transfer to serving plate.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours. Remove from refrigerator 15 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

CREAMY JALAPEñO PINECONE CHEESE BALL



Creamy Jalapeño Pinecone Cheese Ball image

The classic pinecone cheese ball recipe gets a spicy kick when it's made with shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese with Jalapeno Peppers
2 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
2 Tbsp. chopped roasted red pepper
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Process first 3 ingredients in food processor until blended. Stir in pepper.
  • Shape into 4-inch oval on sheet of waxed paper to resemble pinecone. Insert nuts in rows to completely cover cream cheese mixture. Transfer to serving plate.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

CLASSIC PINECONE CHEDDAR CHEESE BALL



Classic Pinecone Cheddar Cheese Ball image

Here's our classic pinecone cheese ball-studded with toasted almonds, spiked with Dijon and chopped chiles and creamy with Cheddar and cream cheeses.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
2 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
2 Tbsp. canned chopped green chiles
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Process first 3 ingredients in food processor until blended. Stir in chiles and cilantro.
  • Shape into 4-inch oval on sheet of waxed paper to resemble pinecone. Insert nuts in rows to completely cover cream cheese mixture. Transfer to serving plate.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

CLASSIC PINECONE COLBY JACK CHEESE BALL



Classic Pinecone Colby Jack Cheese Ball image

They'll know it's a party when they see the classic pinecone cheese ball! This one is made with a blend of Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses
2 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
2 Tbsp. canned chopped green chiles
2 Tbsp. fresh parsley
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Process first 3 ingredients in food processor until blended. Stir in chiles and parsley.
  • Shape into 4-inch oval on sheet of waxed paper to resemble pinecone. Insert nuts in rows to completely cover cream cheese mixture. Transfer to serving plate.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

CLASSIC PIMENTO CHEESE BALL



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This classic app is the perfect party treat made simple from Adrianna Adarme of A Cozy Kitchen.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 2h17m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

¾ cup pecans
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, at room temperature
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small dill pickle, minced
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 (4 ounce) jar pimientos, drained and diced
Fresh ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons hot sauce
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil
Crackers
Vegetables such as radishes, celery, or carrots

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil. Spread the pecans on the foil-lined sheet and toast in the oven for 7-10 minutes. Remove and allow to cool completely. When cooled, give the pecans a rough chop and return to the foil-lined baking sheet.
  • In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the cream cheese, garlic, pickle, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, pimentos, black pepper, hot sauce and pinch of cayenne pepper. Turn the mixer to medium speed and mix for about a minute. Transfer to a small bowl, cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 2 hours or up to 3 days.
  • Form chilled mixture into a ball, and smooth out by hand. Roll the ball in the toasted chopped pecans. Keep in the fridge until you're ready to serve.
  • Serve on a plate or board with an array of crackers or veggies like carrots, celery or radishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 69.2 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, Sodium 748.4 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

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