Best Cranberry Orange Cheese Ball W Caramelized Pecans Recipes

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CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESE BALL



Cranberry Orange Cheese Ball image

Sweet creamy cheese ball flavored with orange zest and Craisins, and rolled in candied pecans.

Provided by Kara

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 8 oz pkg cream cheese, softened (I like to use light or Neufchatel, it makes a softer cheese ball.)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp fresh orange zest
1/2 cup Craisins, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup candied pecans

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese and powdered sugar in a small mixing bowl and beat till smooth. Beat in the orange zest and craisins till well blended.
  • Line a small deep bowl with plastic wrap and press cheese mixture firmly into bowl.
  • Cover and chill for 1-2 hours, then roll in a ball and roll in candied pecans.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Carbohydrate 8 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 14 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 6 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 53 milligrams sodium, Sugar 7 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEESE BALL W/ CARAMELIZED PECANS



Cranberry Orange Cheese Ball w/ Caramelized Pecans image

Set the tone for your holiday festivities with this delicious - and pretty! - appetizer. Part dip, part dessert, you will love the reaction you get when your guests set eyes on this lovely creation.

Provided by Leah Stacey

Categories     Spreads

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 c dried cranberries, chopped
1/4 c frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
16 oz cream cheese, softened to room temp
1/4 c confectioners' sugar
CARAMELIZED PECANS
3/4 c pecans, coarsely chopped
1 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Chop cranberries in a food processor or blender.
  • 2. Add the cream cheese, OJ and sugar. Blend in the processor till all is creamed together.
  • 3. Place onto a sheet of wax paper and shape in a ball the best you can. Let it sit overnight to stiffen up a bit. You can shape it better the next day when it is a little harder.
  • 4. Directions for candied pecans: Melt butter in a pan on med heat add the pecans and sugar and mix well stirring frequently. About 3-5 minutes. Do not let the pecans burn!
  • 5. Lay out a sheet of wax paper and place pecans on the sheet spreading them out. Let them cool.
  • 6. When you are ready to eat the cheese ball take it out of the fridge and shape better. Grab a handful of pecans and place them all over the cheese call till covered. Place cheese ball on a plate and serve!

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