Description
This Reindeer Cheese Ball combines creamy goodness with crunchy pecans, making it an irresistible holiday centerpiece. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces brick-style cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 (1-ounce) packet ranch seasoning dressing mix
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 cups toasted pecans (finely chopped)
- 2 large pretzels
- 2 medium black olives
- 1 cherry tomato
Instructions
- Mix cream cheese, cheddar, ranch seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl until smooth.
- Shape the mixture into a ball and chill in plastic wrap for at least 4 hours.
- Coat the chilled cheese ball in chopped pecans until evenly covered.
- Press pretzels into the top for antlers and add black olives for eyes and a cherry tomato for the nose.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps.
Make the cheese ball a day or two in advance for best results.
Customize with your favorite seasoning blends.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg