Best Smoky Pineapple Cheese Ball Recipes

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PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL



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Pineapple lends a fruity tang to this fun and tasty appetizer. Instead of one large cheese ball, you could make two smaller ones...one to serve before a meal and one to take to a party. -Anne Halfhill, Sunbury, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 1 cheese ball (3 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1-1/2 cups finely chopped walnuts
Optional: Assorted crackers and fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, pineapple, green pepper, onion and seasoned salt until blended. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Shape into a ball (mixture will be soft); coat in walnuts. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PINEAPPLE PECAN CHEESE BALL



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This Pineapple Pecan Cheese Ball is an easy appetizer any time of year. The pineapple, pecans, and seasonings in the cream cheese are delicious on crackers!

Provided by Echo Blickenstaff

Categories     Appetizer

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup green peppers (finely chopped)
1/4 cup green onions (finely chopped)
8 oz crushed pineapple (drained extremely well)
2 tsp seasoning salt
2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, peppers, onions, pineapple, seasoning salt, and 1 cup of pecans.
  • Lay out a large sheet of plastic wrap on the counter and scoop mixture onto the plastic wrap. Fold plastic wrap over the mixture and chill in the fridge for at least four hours, or overnight if possible.
  • When completely chilled, shape into a ball and roll in the remaining pecans. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 539 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Calories 243 kcal, UnsaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL



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My mother-in-law gave me this recipe. It is my favorite cheese ball and I like it best on buttery round crackers.

Provided by Tish Gidney

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup minced celery
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon minced onion
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, celery, bell pepper, onion, and crushed pineapple. Divide the mixture in half and form two balls out of the mixture. Roll each ball in the pecans. Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 14.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 89.4 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

SWEET & SAVORY PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL



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One of my favorite dishes in childhood was my mom's pineapple and green pepper cheese ball. Now I make it, and it's always a hit. -Susan Harrison, Laurel, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2 cheese balls (2 cups each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese
1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
3 cups finely chopped pecans, divided
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in pineapple, 1-1/2 cups pecans, green pepper, onion and seasoned salt. Shape into two balls. Wrap in plastic; refrigerate at least 30 minutes., Place remaining pecans in a small shallow bowl; roll cheese balls in pecans to coat evenly. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL



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Pineapple Cheese Ball is the next best twist on a favorite classic. With Different textures and flavors it will be the hit at your next gathering!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (8 ounce packages) cream cheese (softened)
1 (8 ounce can) crushed pineapple (WELL drained)
1/2 cup bell pepper (chopped)
1/4 cup green onion (chopped)
1 teaspoon seasoning salt (like Lawry's)
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Add the cream cheese, drained crushed pineapple, bell pepper, green onion, and seasoning salt to a medium sized mixing bowl. Mix together.
  • Transfer the mixture to a serving plate and form a ball. Roll in chopped pecans. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 784 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 79 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 2332 mg, Fiber 13 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PINEAPPLE PECAN CHEESE BALL



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This cheese ball will keep for several days in the refrigerator. It's delicious! I've found it's especially popular at a party or get-together.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 3-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
2 cups chopped pecans, divided
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the pineapple, green pepper, onions, seasonings and 1/2 cup pecans. Place on a sheet of plastic wrap; shape into a ball. Refrigerate overnight. , Just before serving, roll cheese ball in remaining pecans. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 99mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

SMOKY CHEESE BALL



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This can be stored in your fridge for up to a week, which makes it perfect for party planning. I serve it with crackers or pumpernickle bread (the small party type loaf).

Provided by KittyKitty

Categories     Spreads

Time 3h30m

Yield 1 3.5 inch ball

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded smoked cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons milk
2 teaspoons mustard
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl; beat at medium speed with mixer until smooth.
  • Cover and chill at least 3 hours.
  • Shape mixture into a ball.
  • Combine pecans and parsley; roll cheese ball in pecan mixture.
  • Let stand at room temp at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2110.4, Fat 194.8, SaturatedFat 101.6, Cholesterol 491.1, Sodium 2210.1, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 6, Sugar 4.2, Protein 80.2

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