MINT CHIP CHEESE BALLS

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A friend brought these cheese balls as a hostess gift to our Christmas open house. They instantly caught the fancy of my family. It's like having an appetizer for dessert.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 4 cheese balls (1-1/4 cups each).

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2 cups finely chopped pecans
1 package (11-1/2 ounces) milk chocolate chips, finely chopped
36 starlight mints, crushed
Red and green sprinkles, optional
Chocolate wafers

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; add the pecans, chocolate chips and crushed mints. Divide into four portions. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. Shape each portion into a ball; roll in red and green sprinkles if desired. Serve with chocolate wafers. Store in the refrigerator.

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