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Easy Classic Cheese Ball (Gluten Free)

An easy elegant cheese ball made with sharp white cheddar, goat cheese, and pecans. The perfect appetizer for the holidays and entertaining.
Prep Time10 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Gluten Free
Servings: 8
Author: Stephanie

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese- softened
  • 4 ounces goat cheese
  • 1 cup sharp white cheddar shredded
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • 1 tsp. dried parsley
  • cup chopped green onion
  • couple dashes of hot sauce- approximately 1 tsp.
  • ½ cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • In medium mixing bowl add softened cream cheese, goat cheese, and white cheddar.
  • Combine with hand mixer until smooth and creamy (could also do in a food processor).
  • Add remaining ingredients reserving the chopped pecans till the end and mix again till everything is blended.
  • Using a spatula scrape the sides of the bowl down and push it into center of bowl.
  • Lightly wet your hands and grab cheese mixture and shape into a ball.
  • Add chopped pecans to a large bowl and roll ball around in nuts.
  • Wrap tightly in saran wrap and put in the fridge for at least one hour prior to serving.

Notes

Can be kept in the fridge covered for up to a week.